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Jeep Called Out for Cultural Insensitivity Mar 08, 2021

Today is Monday, March 8, and we’re looking at Jeep vs. Buick.

EdTech Platforms Grow Despite Cheating Scandals Mar 05, 2021

Today is Friday, March 5, and we’re looking at Chegg vs. CourseHero.

“Social Shopping” Platforms Surge, Making Influencers Rich Mar 04, 2021

Today is Thursday, March 4, and we’re looking at RewardStyle vs. ShopStyle.

Spotify Wants To Sell You CD-Quality Music Mar 03, 2021

Today is Wednesday, March 3, and we’re looking at Spotify vs. Apple.

Clubhouse Becomes the Latest Hot App By Doing Everything Wrong Mar 02, 2021

Today is Tuesday, March 2, and we’re looking at Clubhouse vs. Facebook.

Texas Storm Stresses Power Grid and Customers Mar 01, 2021

Today is Monday, March 1, and we’re looking at Griddy vs. Pulse Power.

Wondery Presents: Against The Odds Feb 27, 2021

In July 2018, 12 youth soccer players and their coach found themselves trapped 6 miles deep in a cave with no food or water and depleting oxygen. The rock formed maze became almost completely submerged as the water rose to levels nearly impossible for survival. There was no light and no way to communicate with the outside world. The first season of Wondery’s new original series Against the Odds takes you into the incredible events of when an adventurous group of teens found themselves fighting to save their lives, and the brave heroes that gave them their only chance at survival. With step by step recounts, experience for yourself what it was like to be in their shoes, and how they survived against the odds. Listen to Against the Odds at wondery.fm/ATO.

Bumble Goes Public & Bans Body-Shamers Feb 26, 2021

Today is Friday, February 26, and we’re looking at Bumble vs. Tinder.

How to Fill a Few Seats At The Cinema? Rent Them to Gamers Feb 25, 2021

Today is Thursday, February 25, and we’re looking at Malco Theatres vs. AMC Theatres.

COVID Ransacked the Cut Flower Industry -- But Some Companies are Blooming Back Feb 24, 2021

Today is Wednesday, February 24, and we’re looking at 1-800-Flowers.com vs. FTD.

Harley-Davidson Tries to Find Its Way--Again Feb 23, 2021

Today is Tuesday, February 23, and we’re looking at Harley-Davidson vs. Zero Motorcycles.

Aunt Jemima Has a New Name Feb 22, 2021

Today is Monday, February 22, and we’re looking at Aunt Jemima vs. Mrs. Butterworth’s.

A Complicated Tax Season is Coming Feb 19, 2021

Today is Friday, February 19, and we’re looking at TurboTax vs. H&R Block.

At-Home COVID Tests Could Become the Norm for Americans Feb 18, 2021

Today is Thursday, February 18, and we’re looking at Ellume vs. Abbott.

Impossible Burgers Will Keep Getting Cheaper, in Long-term Bid to Undercut Beef Feb 17, 2021

Today is Wednesday, February 17, and we’re looking at Impossible Foods vs. Beyond Meat Inc.

Customers Go Nuts Over Grape Nuts Shortage Feb 16, 2021

Today is Tuesday, February 16, and we’re looking at Post vs. Kellogg’s.

Nike’s Hands-Free Shoe is a Win for Inclusion Feb 15, 2021

Today is Monday, February 15, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Zappos.

The Pandemic has Fueled a Gig Economy for Nurses Feb 12, 2021

Today is Friday, February 12, and we’re looking at ConnectRN vs. TrustedHealth.

Coachella is Canceled. Should Other Festivals Lose Hope? Feb 11, 2021

Today is Thursday, February 11, and we’re looking at AEG Presents vs. LiveNation.

The Third Time May Be the Charm for the Staples/Office Depot Merger--Sort Of Feb 10, 2021

Today is Wednesday, February 10, and we’re looking at Staples vs. Office Depot.

A Third COVID Vaccine is Poised to Enter the U.S. Market Feb 09, 2021

Today is Tuesday, February 9, and we’re looking at Johnson & Johnson vs. Moderna vs. Pfizer.

Aetna Expands Coverage for Gender-Affirming Surgeries Feb 08, 2021

Today is Monday, February 8, and we’re looking at Aetna vs. Blue Cross Blue Shield.

Purell Hopes We’ll Sanitize Long After the Pandemic Ends Feb 05, 2021

Today is Friday, February 5, and we’re looking at Purell vs. Clorox.

A Casino Chain Bets It Can Hang with the Big Dogs of Fantasy Sports Feb 04, 2021

Today is Thursday, February 4, and we’re looking at Bally’s vs. FanDuel vs. DraftKings.

Employer-Subsidized Scooter Rides? Yes...If Commutes Ever Return to Normal Feb 03, 2021

Today is Wednesday, February 3, and we’re looking at Lime vs. Bird

Coke and Pepsi Won’t Advertise on the SuperBowl--But Pepsi Is Winning Feb 02, 2021

Today is Tuesday, February 2, and we’re looking at Coke vs. Pepsi.

Ben & Jerry’s Launches Ice Cream for Dogs Feb 01, 2021

Today is Monday, February 1, and we’re looking at Ben & Jerry’s vs. Purina.

Celebrity Video Apps Grew Like Crazy During Lockdown Jan 29, 2021

Today is Friday, January 29, and we’re looking at Cameo vs. Myfanpark.

Mask Suppliers Want to Save N-95s for the People Who Need Them Most Jan 28, 2021

Today is Thursday, January 28, and we’re looking at Honeywell vs. 3M.

Automakers Court Apple to Be Its Car-Making Partner Jan 27, 2021

Today is Wednesday, January 27, and we’re looking at Hyundai vs. Magna International.

Disneyland Kills Its Annual Pass Program to Lure in Tourists Jan 26, 2021

Today is Tuesday, January 26, and we’re looking at Disney Parks vs. Universal Parks.

The Great Microchip Shortage of 2021 Is Causing Headaches for Tech Companies, Car Manufacturers and More Jan 25, 2021

Today is Monday, January 25, and we’re looking at Intel vs. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation.

Home-Sharing Apps Had to Rethink Their Priorities This Week Jan 22, 2021

Today is Friday, January 22, and we’re looking at Airbnb, Inc. vs. Vrbo.

The Pandemic Has Made Us Obsessed with Decluttering Jan 21, 2021

Today is Thursday, January 21, and we’re looking at The Container Store vs. Bed Bath & Beyond.

Cauliflower Rice Makes Its Mexican Fast-Casual Debut Jan 20, 2021

Today is Wednesday, January 20, and we’re looking at Chipotle vs. El Pollo Loco.

Avon Rebrands Amid a Surge in Reps Jan 19, 2021

Today is Tuesday, January 19, and we’re looking at The Avon Company vs. Rodan & Fields.

Streaming Services Killed the Last Video Store Chain Jan 18, 2021

Today is Monday, January 18, and we’re looking at Family Video vs. Blockbuster.

Peacock Plucks “The Office” from Netflix, Hopes Fans Will Follow Jan 15, 2021

Today is Friday, January 15, and we’re looking at Peacock vs. Netflix.

Fiat Chrysler and PSA Group Merge With Eyes On the Future Jan 14, 2021

Today is Thursday, January 14, and we’re looking at Stellantis vs. General Motors.

McDonalds Poised to Start Chicken Sandwich War Two Jan 13, 2021

Today is Wednesday, January 13, and we’re looking at McDonalds vs. Popeyes vs. Chik-Fil-A.

Google Employees Unionize to Bolster Employee Activism Jan 12, 2021

Today is Tuesday, January 12, and we’re looking at Google vs. Microsoft.

Capitol One Halts a Popular Charge on Its Cards Jan 11, 2021

Today is Monday, January 11, and we’re looking at Capitol One vs. Amex.

Weight Loss Companies Want to Help You Lose the “Quarantine 15” Jan 08, 2021

Today is Friday, January 8, and we’re looking at WW vs. Noom.

The Robots Are Here – and They’re Adorable Jan 07, 2021

Today is Thursday, January 7, and we’re looking at Boston Dynamics vs. Groove X.

The Pandemic Has Created a Modern-Day Spice Boom Jan 06, 2021

Today is Wednesday, January 6, and we’re looking at McCormick Spices vs. Penzey’s Spices.

Hello Fresh Had a Great Year, But Microwavable Meals Did Even Better Jan 05, 2021

Today is Tuesday, January 5, and we’re looking at Hello Fresh vs. Nestle.

Play Couches Promise Hours of Indoor Fun for Pandemic-Weary Kids…If You Can Find One Jan 04, 2021

Today is Monday, January 4, and we’re looking at Nugget Comfort vs. Shenanigan Kids.

Best of: When America’s in Crisis, You Can’t Find a Canning Jar Dec 25, 2020

Today is Friday, December 25, and we’re looking at Newell Brands vs. Anchor Hocking.

Editor’s Choice: Coke Cans Tab and Plunges David Brown into Despair Dec 24, 2020

Today is Thursday, December 24, and we’re looking at Coca Cola vs. PepsiCo.

Best of: Sherwin Williams Fires Tik-Tok Sensation, Painting a Cautionary Tale Dec 23, 2020

Today is Wednesday, December 23, and we’re looking at Sherwin Williams vs. Behr.

Best of: Sweats Became a Fashion Hit. They’re Still Here Dec 22, 2020

Today is Tuesday, December 22, and we’re looking at Champion vs. LuluLemon.

Best-Of: LinkedIn Wants to Help You Find a Transferable Career Dec 21, 2020

Today is Monday, December 21, and we’re looking at LinkedIn vs. ZipRecruiter.

Burger King Urges People to Buy Takeout -- at Other Restaurants Dec 18, 2020

Today is Friday, December 18, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. McDonald’s.

Bob Dylan Sells His Entire Catalog of Songs to Universal Music Dec 17, 2020

Today is Thursday, December 17, and we’re looking at Universal Music vs. Hipgnosis Songs Fund.

KFC Fluffs Some Feathers with a Steamy Colonel Sanders Biopic Dec 16, 2020

Today is Wednesday, December 16, and we’re looking at KFC vs. Chick-Fil-A

In the Weirdest Ski Season Ever, Big Resorts are Booming Dec 15, 2020

Today is Tuesday, December 15, and we’re looking at Vail Resorts vs. Alterra Mountain Company.

Chicken in a Petri Dish: Singapore First to Allow Lab-Grown Meat Sales Dec 14, 2020

Today is Monday, December 14, and we’re looking at Eat Just vs. Mosa Meats.

Ecommerce Surge Could Cause Holiday Blues Dec 11, 2020

Today is Friday, December 11, and we’re looking at FedEX vs. UPS.

Sephora Says So-Long to J.C. Penney, Hello to Kohls Dec 10, 2020

Today is Thursday, December 10, and we’re looking at Kohl’s vs. Target.

Challenging Microsoft, Salesforce to Purchase Slack for $27 Billion Dec 09, 2020

Today is Wednesday, December 9, and we’re looking at Salesforce vs. Slack.

Because of Vaccines, Ultra-Cold Freezers Are the New Hot Buy Dec 08, 2020

Today is Tuesday, December 8, and we’re looking at So Lo Environmental Equipment vs. Thermo Fisher Scientific.

This Holiday Season, Brands Turn to Virtual Stores Dec 07, 2020

Today is Monday, December 7, and we’re looking at Ralph Lauren vs. Tommy Hilfiger.

Business Community Mourns the Loss of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh Dec 04, 2020

Today is Friday, December 4, and we’re looking at Zappos.com vs. DSW.

In Marketing Misstep, Sherwin Williams Fires TikTok Paint Sensation Dec 03, 2020

Today is Thursday, December 3, and we’re looking at Sherwin Williams vs. Behr.

A Big Publishing Plot Twist: Penguin Random House to Buy Simon & Schuster for $2.2 Billion Dec 02, 2020

Today is Wednesday, December 2, and we’re looking at Penguin Random House vs. Amazon.

As Weed Becomes Legal, THC and CBD Find Their Way into Ice Cream Dec 01, 2020

Today is Tuesday, December 1, and we’re looking at Mellow vs. Ben & Jerry’s.

Families are Bored, So Classic Toys Are Hot Again Nov 30, 2020

Today is Monday, November 30, and we’re looking at Mattel vs. Hasbro.

Guitar Center Files Bankruptcy Nov 27, 2020

Today is Friday, November 27, and we’re looking at Guitar Center vs. Sweetwater.

This Could Be the Year of Take-Out Thanksgiving Nov 26, 2020

Today is Thursday, November 26, and we’re looking at DoorDash vs. Uber Eats.

Amazon Launches Online Pharmacy, Shakes Up Healthcare Industry Nov 25, 2020

Today is Wednesday, November 25, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. CVS.

Branson Beats Musk in Human Hyperloop Test Nov 24, 2020

Today is Tuesday, November 24, and we’re looking at Virgin Hyperloop vs. Hyperloop.

Whole Foods Offers Accident Insurance for First Time Turkey Cooks Nov 23, 2020

Today is Monday, November 23, and we’re looking at Whole Foods Market vs. ShopRite.

As Pandemic Snacking Explodes, Utz Gobbles Up Rival Snack Food Makers Nov 20, 2020

Today is Friday, November 20, and we’re looking at Utz vs. PepsiCo.

Supreme Sells to VF Corp. Will it Sell Out? Nov 19, 2020

Today is Thursday, November 19, and we’re looking at VF Corp. vs. Nike.

CBS Pledges to Dramatically Increase Reality Show Diversity Nov 18, 2020

Today is Wednesday, November 18, and we’re looking at CBS vs. ABC.

Hired Guns are Driving Up Some Gig Platform Stocks Nov 17, 2020

Today is Tuesday, November 17, and we’re looking at Upwork vs. Fiverr.

Another Pandemic Shortage Creates Canning Chaos Nov 16, 2020

Today is Monday, November 16, and we’re looking at Newell Brands vs. Anchor Hocking Glass.

Millions of Viewers are Hooked on the Latest Online Sport: Chess Nov 13, 2020

Today is Friday, November 13, and we’re looking at Chess.com vs. Chess24.

LinkedIn Helps You Figure out a Transferable Career Nov 12, 2020

Today is Thursday, November 12, and we’re looking at LinkedIn vs. ZipRecruiter.

Political Ad Campaign from The Gap Strikes Sour Note with Twitter Users Nov 11, 2020

Today is Wednesday, November 11, and we’re looking at The Gap vs. Lululemon.

Fast Food Goes Green: Burger King and McDonald’s Make Sustainability Plays Nov 10, 2020

Today is Tuesday, November 10, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. McDonald’s.

Netflix Raises Prices as Peacock Nears 22 Million Signups Nov 09, 2020

Today is Monday, November 9, and we’re looking at Netflix vs. Peacock.

GM Revives the Hummer, as a $100K+ Electric Beast Nov 06, 2020

Today is Friday, November 6, and we’re looking at General Motors vs. Tesla.

As Profits Drain from the Water Business, Nestlé Looks to Sell Nov 05, 2020

Today is Thursday, November 5, and we’re looking at Nestlé vs. PepsiCo.

Another COVID Hit: Contactless Payments are on the Rise Nov 04, 2020

Today is Wednesday, November 4, and we’re looking at Apple Pay vs. Google Pay.

Firefly Fights For Its Place in Aerospace Nov 03, 2020

Today is Tuesday, November 3, and we’re looking at Firefly Aerospace vs. SpaceX.

Your Ticket, Please: Zoom, YouTube Now Help You Charge For Virtual Event Admission Nov 02, 2020

Today is Monday, November 2, and we’re looking at Zoom vs. YouTube.

Hormel Wraps Fans in Bacon-Scented Masks Oct 30, 2020

Today is Friday, October 30, and we’re looking at Hormel Black Label Bacon vs. Oscar Mayer.

Startup Streamer Quibi...Quits Oct 29, 2020

Today is Thursday, October 29, and we’re looking at Quibi vs. TikTok.

Coke Cans Tab, to the Dismay of Host David Brown Oct 28, 2020

Today is Wednesday, October 28, and we’re looking at Coca Cola vs. PepsiCo.

Could Subscription Models Save Hotels? Oct 27, 2020

Today is Tuesday, October 27, and we’re looking at Inspirato vs. Citizen M.

To Take on Slack, Google is Rebranding -- Again Oct 26, 2020

Today is Monday, October 26, and we’re looking at Google vs. Slack.

Forget Barrel-Aged Whiskey: This Company Whips Up Instant Aged Spirits in the Lab Oct 23, 2020

Today is Friday, October 23, and we’re looking at Bespoken Spirits vs. Maker’s Mark.

Startup Loom Booms on Rise of the Video Message Oct 22, 2020

Today is Thursday, October 22, and we’re looking at Loom vs. Vidyard.

Kraft Under Fire for “Sexualizing” Mac ‘n Cheese Oct 21, 2020

Today is Wednesday, October 21, and we’re looking at Kraft Mac ‘n Cheese vs. Annie’s Mac ‘n Cheese.

The Race to Court Black Banking Customers Proves There’s Money in Equality Oct 20, 2020

Today is Tuesday, October 20, and we’re looking at Greenwood vs. JP Morgan Chase.

To Meet Market Pressure, Dollar Stores Pass the Buck Oct 19, 2020

Today is Monday, October 19, and we’re looking at Dollar General vs. Dollar Tree.

And Now For Dessert: Chocolate Beer! Oct 16, 2020

Today is Friday, October 16, and we’re looking at Yuengling vs. Hardywood Park Craft Brewery.

Driscoll’s Will Grow Strawberries Vertically, Year-Round Oct 15, 2020

Today is Thursday, October 15, and we’re looking at Driscoll's vs. AppHarvest.

Illumina to Buy Cancer Blood-Test Startup for $7 Billion Oct 14, 2020

Today is Wednesday, October 14, and we’re looking at Grail vs. Exact Sciences.

Disney Lays off 28,000 Workers Oct 13, 2020

Today is Tuesday, October 13, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Universal.

Google’s Creepiness Factor May Make It a Winner in Streaming TV Oct 12, 2020

Today is Monday, October 12, and we’re looking at Amazon FireStick vs. Google Chrome.

With Films and Audiences Scarce, Regal Cinemas Shuts its Doors Oct 09, 2020

Today is Friday, October 9, and we’re looking at Regal Cinemas vs. AMC Theatres.

Scripps to Buy TV Network Ion Media for $2.65 Billion Oct 08, 2020

Today is Thursday, October 8, and we’re looking at Scripps vs. Nexstar.

Amazon Moves Prime Day, Starting the Holiday Shopping Season Early Oct 07, 2020

Today is Wednesday, October 7, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. Target.

Pottery Barn Starts Selling Used Goods Oct 06, 2020

Today is Tuesday, October 6, and we’re looking at Pottery Barn vs. West Elm.

Cracker Barrel Cracks and Adds Alcohol Oct 05, 2020

Today is Monday, October 5, and we’re looking at Cracker Barrel vs. Golden Corral.

Pandemic Economy is Making Revenues a Lot Better for Better.com Oct 02, 2020

Today is Friday, October 2, and we’re looking at Better.com vs. Quicken Loans.

Take That, Target! Walmart Launches Hip Private Label Line Oct 01, 2020

Today is Thursday, October 1, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. Target.

‘Apocalyptic’ Battle for Take-Out Dollars: Uber Eats Pits Star Wars against Star Trek Sep 30, 2020

Today is Wednesday, September 30, and we’re looking at Uber Eats vs. DoorDash.

Consumers Are Getting Ready for a Long, Cold Winter Sep 29, 2020

Today is Tuesday, September 29, and we’re looking at L.L. Bean vs. Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Martha Stewart Launches a Line of CBD Gummies Sep 28, 2020

Today is Monday, September 28, and we’re looking at Canopy Growth vs. Plus CBD.

Language Apps Emerge as Lockdown Leaders Sep 25, 2020

Today is Friday, September 25, and we’re looking at Duolingo vs. Toucan.

YouTube Launches TikTok Rival in the Only Market Where TikTok is Banned Sep 24, 2020

Today is Thursday, September 24, and we’re looking at YouTube vs. TikTok.

Some Asian Airlines are Offering Flights to Nowhere — and They’re Selling Out Sep 23, 2020

Today is Wednesday, September 23, and we’re looking at Singapore Airlines vs. All Nippon Airways.

A Sustainable Startup Is Taking a Bite Out of the Toothpaste Market Sep 22, 2020

Today is Tuesday, September 22, and we’re looking at Bite Toothpaste Tablets vs. Colgate.

With a New Sleep-Aid Drink, Pepsi Tackles “Coronasomnia” Sep 21, 2020

Today is Monday, September 21, and we’re looking at PepsiCo vs. Coca-Cola.

Texans Bid Goodbye to the LuAnn Platter: Luby’s is Liquidating Sep 18, 2020

Today is Friday, September 18, and we’re looking at Luby’s vs. Sweetgreen.

Remote Workers are Building Tiny, Gorgeous Backyard Offices Sep 17, 2020

Today is Thursday, September 17, and we’re looking at Modern Shed vs. Studio Shed.

LVMH Scraps $16 Billion Deal, Leaving Tiffany at the Altar Sep 16, 2020

Today is Wednesday, September 16, and we’re looking at Tiffany & Co. vs. LVMH.

With Jockstrap-Scented Candles, Babe Wine Wants to Bring the NFL Home Sep 15, 2020

Today is Tuesday, September 15, and we’re looking at Babe Wine vs. Yes Way Rosé.

Fast Food Giants are Reinventing the Restaurant, Pandemic Style Sep 14, 2020

Today is Monday, September 14, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. Taco Bell.

Is Verizon’s 5G Network Really the “Most Powerful?” Ad Regulator Says No Sep 11, 2020

Today is Friday, September 11, and we’re looking at Verizon vs. AT&T.

As Skymiles Lose Relevance, Credit Card Companies Struggle to Spur Spending Sep 10, 2020

Today is Thursday, September 10, and we’re looking at American Express vs. Chase.

Old Navy Will Pay Employees to Serve as Poll Workers on Election Day Sep 09, 2020

Today is Wednesday, September 9, and we’re looking at Old Navy vs. Kohl’s.

Anticipating a Baby Boom, Nike Unveils Maternity Line Sep 08, 2020

Today is Tuesday, September 8, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Reebok.

New Fitbit Watch Tests Your Temperature — And Your Stress Level Sep 07, 2020

Today is Monday, September 7, and we’re looking at Fitbit vs. Apple Watch.

Finally, Airlines are Dropping Change Fees Sep 04, 2020

Today is Friday, September 4, and we’re looking at United Airlines vs. American Airlines.

Remote Learning is Testing Parents. Can “Family Benefits” Firms Help? Sep 03, 2020

Today is Thursday, September 3, and we’re looking at Cleo vs. Fringe.

Online Therapy is Thriving Now, but Can It Remain Viable? Sep 02, 2020

Today is Wednesday, September 2, and we’re looking at BetterHelp vs. Talkspace.

Work Management App Asana Files for IPO as Productivity Tools Soar Sep 01, 2020

Today is Tuesday, September 1, and we’re looking at Asana vs SmartSheet.

The Latest Pandemic Shortage: Dumbbells Aug 31, 2020

Today is Monday, August 31, and we’re looking at NordicTrack vs. Bowflex.

Can Movie Theaters Woo Audiences Back with Blockbuster Film -- and Pandemic Precautions? Aug 28, 2020

Today is Friday, August 28, and we’re looking at AMC Theatres vs. Regal Cinemas.

With Milk Sales Up, Dairy Industry Revives Iconic “Got Milk” Campaign Aug 27, 2020

Today is Thursday, August 27, and we’re looking at milk vs. plant milk.

In Seismic Shakeup, Dow Replaces Exxon Mobil with Salesforce Aug 26, 2020

Today is Wednesday, August 26, and we’re looking at Exxon Mobil vs. Salesforce.

Betting Platforms and Casinos Double Down on Online Gambling’s Future Aug 25, 2020

Today is Tuesday, August 25, and we’re looking at DraftKings vs FanDuel Sportsbook.

Pandemic Nesters Are Driving a Renovation Retail Boom Aug 24, 2020

Today is Monday, August 24, and we’re looking at Home Depot vs. Lowe’s.

Diageo to Buy Ryan Reynolds’ Aviation American Gin for up to $610 million Aug 21, 2020

Today is Friday, August 21, and we’re looking at Aviation American Gin vs. Gordon’s Gin.

Microsoft Starts Selling the Duo--Its Answer to the iPhone Aug 20, 2020

Today is Thursday, August 20, and we’re looking at Microsoft vs. Apple.

Tesla Rivals are Moving Into High Gear -- and Going Public Aug 19, 2020

Today is Wednesday, August 19, and we’re looking at Lordstown Motor Corp. vs. Tesla.

Despite the Pandemic, Airbnb Will Take the Company Public Aug 18, 2020

Today is Tuesday, August 18, and we’re looking at Airbnb vs. Expedia.

Why a California Ruling Against Uber and Lyft Could Have a National Impact Aug 17, 2020

Today is Monday, August 17, and we’re looking at Uber vs. Lyft.

This Burger-Flipping Robot has Workers' Unions Flipping Out Aug 14, 2020

Today is Friday, August 14, and we’re looking at White Castle vs. McDonald’s.

Sportswear Brands Race to Build the Best Athletic Mask Aug 13, 2020

Today is Thursday, August 13, and we’re looking at Under Armour vs. New Balance.

In “MegaMerger,” Teladoc Buys Diabetes Coaching Company for $18 Billion Aug 12, 2020

Today is Wednesday, August 12, and we’re looking at Teladoc vs. Livongo.

Makeover: Oil Giant BP Promises to Cut Oil Production, Invest in Renewables Aug 11, 2020

Today is Tuesday, August 11, and we’re looking at BP vs. ExxonMobil.

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is Buying an Entire Football League Aug 10, 2020

Today is Monday, August 10, and we’re looking at the XFL vs. the NFL.

BWD’s Origin Stories: Inventor Earl Tupper Kept Failing. Until He Dreamed up Tupperware Aug 07, 2020

Today is Friday, August 7, and we’re looking at Tupperware vs. Glad.

BWD’s Origin Stories: Century-Old Simon & Schuster Hires Pulitzer Leader Aug 06, 2020

Today is Thursday, August 6, and we’re looking at Simon & Schuster vs. Amazon.

BWD’s Origin Stories: Columbia Sportswear’s Gert Boyle Faced Down Sexism and Ageism Aug 05, 2020

Today is Wednesday, August 5, and we’re looking at Columbia Sportswear vs. The Northface.

BWD’s Origin Stories: Disney’s Bob Iger -- Innovate or Die Aug 04, 2020

Today is Tuesday, August 4, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Netflix.

BWD’s Origin Stories: Joe Coulombe’s Quirky Legacy at Trader Joe’s Aug 03, 2020

Today is Monday, August 3, and we’re looking at Trader Joe’s vs. Whole Foods

At Marriott and Hilton, Robot Butlers are at Your Service Jul 31, 2020

Today is Friday, July 31, and we’re looking at Marriott Bonvoy vs. Hilton Hotels.

Candy Makers Try to Fight Off a Halloween Horror Show Jul 30, 2020

Today is Thursday, July 30, and we’re looking at Hershey vs. Mars Wrigley.

Will Pay for Quiet: Communication Apps Silence Your Barking Dog Jul 29, 2020

Today is Wednesday, July 29, and we’re looking at Google Meet vs. Zoom.

Brooks Brothers’ Bankruptcy: Nostalgia, Anger, and a Bidding War Jul 28, 2020

Today is Tuesday, July 28, and we’re looking at Brooks Brothers vs. Men’s Wearhouse.

Security Firms Soar on Stock Market Following Twitter's Big Hack Jul 27, 2020

Today is Monday, July 27, and we’re looking at CrowdStrike vs Cyber Ark.

Frank It Forward: How to Sell Ball-Park Franks When No One’s at the Ballpark Jul 24, 2020

Today is Friday, July 24, and we’re looking at Ball Park Franks vs. Oscar Mayer

Looking to Drop a G on Jordans? StockX Can Help Spot the Fakes Jul 23, 2020

Today is Thursday, July 23, and we’re looking at StockX vs. CheckCheck.

Psst: Wanna Buy a TV Ad? Only $500 Bucks on Hulu Jul 22, 2020

Today is Wednesday, July 22, and we’re looking at Hulu vs. TikTok.

Twenty-Five Years Later, Ford Resurrects the Bronco Jul 21, 2020

Today is Tuesday, July 21, and we’re looking at Bronco vs. Jeep.

Family Jewels: Eterneva Turns Cremains into Diamonds Jul 20, 2020

Today is Monday, July 20, and we’re looking at Eterneva vs. De Beers

Buy Now, Pay Later Offers Instant Gratification -- and Potential Pitfalls Jul 17, 2020

Today is Friday, July 17, and we’re looking at Afterpay vs. Splitit Payments.

Pasture-Raised Egg Producer Vital Farms To Take a Crack at Wall Street Jul 16, 2020

Today is Thursday, July 16, and we’re looking at Vital Farms vs. Cal-Maine Foods.

Amtrak’s Sale on Sleeper Cars: COVID-19 Travel Solution? Jul 15, 2020

Today is Wednesday, July 15, and we’re looking at Amtrak vs. American Airlines.

The Doctor Is In--The Drug Store Jul 14, 2020

Today is Tuesday, July 14, and we’re looking at Walgreen’s vs. CVS.

Cycling Fans Can Race with the Pros at this Year’s Virtual Tour de France Jul 13, 2020

Today is Monday, July 13, and we’re looking at Zwift vs. Peloton.

New BMW Has All the Bells and Whistles — But You May Have to Subscribe to Activate Them Jul 10, 2020

Today is Friday, July 10, and we’re looking at BMW vs. Jaguar Land Rover.

Crocs Are Making a Comeback, Birkenstocks Aren’t Far Behind Jul 09, 2020

Today is Thursday, July 9, and we’re looking at Crocs vs. Birkenstock.

Microsoft Stores To Close Their Doors, Permanently Jul 08, 2020

Today is Wednesday, July 8, and we’re looking at Microsoft vs. Apple.

Finally, Albertsons Goes Public -- After Besting Kroger’s Performance Jul 07, 2020

Today is Tuesday, July 7, and we’re looking at Albertsons vs. Kroger.

The Gap’s Post Pandemic Plan Stars Kanye West Jul 06, 2020

Today is Monday, July 6, and we’re looking at Gap vs. American Eagle Outfitters.

Millions of Jobseekers are Anxious. Monster.com Tries to Make Them Laugh Jul 03, 2020

Today is Friday, July 3, and we’re looking at Monster.com vs. Ziprecruiter.

The Old-Fashioned House Call is Back -- and Investors Love It Jul 02, 2020

Today is Thursday, July 2, and we’re looking at Dispatch Health vs. Heal.

As Civil Rights Campaign Gains Momentum, Hundreds of Companies Pause Facebook Advertising Jul 01, 2020

Today is Wednesday, July 1, and we’re looking at Facebook vs. Twitter.

Banks Under Fire for Alleged Unequal Lending Practices Jun 30, 2020

Today is Tuesday, June 30, and we’re looking at JP Morgan Chase vs. OneUnited Bank.

Shopify and Walmart Team Up to Create “The Amazon Alternative” Jun 29, 2020

Today is Monday, June 29, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. Amazon.

Lego Named the World’s Most Loved Brand Jun 26, 2020

Today is Friday, June 26, and we’re looking at Lego vs. Playmobil.

As Grocery Deliveries Soar, Startup Raises $10 Million to Unseat Giant Instacart Jun 25, 2020

Today is Thursday, June 25, and we’re looking at Instacart vs. Dumpling.

Syrup Makers Find Themselves in a Sticky Situation Jun 24, 2020

Today is Wednesday, June 24, and we’re looking at Aunt Jemima vs. Mrs. Butterworth’s.

Oh, Baby! Monitor Maker Nanit Lands $21 Million Investment—and Finds a New Market Jun 23, 2020

Today is Tuesday, June 23, and we’re looking at Nanit vs. iBaby.

Hotels Clean Up Their Acts to Win Guests’ Confidence Jun 22, 2020

Today is Monday, June 22, and we’re looking at Hilton vs. Marriott

Accused of Mistreating Employees of Color, The Wing CEO Audrey Gelman Resigns Jun 19, 2020

Today is Friday, June 19, and we’re looking at The Wing vs. The Riveter.

Sephora Becomes the First Company to Make the 15% Pledge Jun 17, 2020

Today is Wednesday, June 17, and we’re looking at Sephora vs. Ulta.

Google Toughens Anti-Discrimination Rules for Advertisers Jun 16, 2020

Today is Tuesday, June 16, and we’re looking at Google vs. Facebook.

Apple, Microsoft Become First American Companies Worth $1.5 Trillion -- On the Same Day Jun 15, 2020

Today is Monday, June 15, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Microsoft.

Citing Racial Bias, IBM Ends Its Facial Recognition Development Jun 12, 2020

Today is Friday, June 12, and we’re looking at IBM. vs. Amazon.

Amazon is Going Autonomous Car Company-Shopping Jun 11, 2020

Today is Thursday, June 11, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. Tesla.

Clucking Over the Cost of Chicken? Top Poultry Producers Charged with Price Fixing Jun 10, 2020

Today is Wednesday, June 10, and we’re looking at Pilgrim’s Pride vs. Tyson Foods.

Taking Aim at Discrimination, UC’s Action Could Spell E-N-D for SAT Jun 09, 2020

Today is Tuesday, June 9, and we’re looking at the SAT vs. the ACT.

Warner Music Creates $100 Million Fund to Fight Violence and Racism Jun 08, 2020

Today is Monday, June 8, and we’re looking at Warner Music vs. Universal Music Group.

Dating App Grindr Drops Ethnicity Filter, but Others Keep Theirs Jun 05, 2020

Today is Friday, June 5, and we’re looking at Grindr vs. OKCupid.

Books About Racism are Topping Bestseller Lists Jun 04, 2020

Today is Thursday, June 4, and we’re looking at Random House vs. Hachette Book Group.

Glossier Gives Big to BLM, and Promises Grants to Help Black-Owned Beauty Businesses Jun 03, 2020

Today is Wednesday, June 3, and we’re looking at Glossier vs. L’Oreal.

Seeking Relief from Pandemic Panic, Millions Are Turning to Anti-Anxiety Meds Jun 01, 2020

Today is Monday, June 1, and we’re looking at Klonopin vs. Ativan.

RV Rentals Booming as Nervous Vacationers Become “COVID Campers” May 29, 2020

Today is Friday, May 29, and we’re looking at Outdoorsy vs. RVShare.

Forced to Close their Doors, Restaurants Sue Reluctant Insurers Over Losses May 28, 2020

Today is Thursday, May 28, and we’re looking at Woolworth on 5th vs. Cincinnati Insurance Company.

Sweats Are Beating the Pants Off Office Wear May 27, 2020

Today is Wednesday, May 27, and we’re looking at Lululemon vs. Champion.

Hoping to Gain from Carvana’s Slipstream, Rival Vroom Files for IPO May 26, 2020

Today is Tuesday, May 26, and we’re looking at Vroom vs. Carvana.

Facebook Helps Entrepreneurs Move Their “Shops” Online -- for Free May 25, 2020

Today is Monday, May 25, and we’re looking at Facebook vs. Amazon.

Pandemic Panic Purchases Push Premium Potty Product Products May 22, 2020

Today is Friday, May 22, and we’re looking at No. 2 vs. Charmin.

Hollywood’s Own Cliffhanger: The Industry’s Future May Depend on a Single Film May 21, 2020

Today is Thursday, May 21, and we’re looking at Warner Brothers vs. Disney.

Banks are Cutting Their Risk By Cutting Your Credit Card Limits May 20, 2020

Today is Wednesday, May 20, and we’re looking at Discover vs. American Express.

E-Bike Sales Speed Up, Due to COVID Concerns May 19, 2020

Today is Tuesday, May 19, and we’re looking at VanMoof vs. Rad Power Bikes.

With New Video Chat “Rooms,” Facebook Goes After Zoom May 18, 2020

Today is Monday, May 18, and we’re looking at Facebood vs. Zoom.

Twitter Tells Employees They Can Work from Home —Forever May 15, 2020

Today is Friday, May 15, and we’re looking at Twitter vs. Facebook.

Future Bookings are Keeping Cruise Industry Afloat, or So its Operators Claim May 14, 2020

Today is Thursday, May 14, and we’re looking at Carnival vs. Royal Caribbean.

The Market is Volatile. So Why Are Millions of New Investors Jumping In? May 13, 2020

Today is Wednesday, May 13, and we’re looking at Charles Schwab vs. Robinhood.

At-Home COVID Testing is the Latest VC Darling, But New Tests Will Take Time May 12, 2020

Today is Tuesday, May 12, and we’re looking at LetsGetChecked vs. Carbon Health.

Corporate Buyer’s Remorse: Victoria’s Secret’s Sale Falls Through May 11, 2020

Today is Monday, May 11, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. Aerie.

Buy Your Mom a Spade: Seed Sales Swell under Stay-Home Order May 08, 2020

Today is Friday, May 8, and we’re looking at Burpee vs. Stokes Seeds.

Farmers are Swimming in Milk, but Can’t Get it to Needy Food Banks May 07, 2020

Today is Thursday, May 7, and we’re looking at Kroger vs. Publix.

Grand Moon Landing Plans: NASA Awards Lunar Lander Contracts to Blue Origin and SpaceX May 06, 2020

Today is Wednesday, May 6, and we’re looking at Blue Origin vs. SpaceX.

J. Crew, a Brand “Synonymous with American Style,” Files for Bankruptcy May 05, 2020

Today is Tuesday, May 5, and we’re looking at J. Crew vs. Madewell.

In Post-COVID World, Scooters Could Be in High Demand — if Companies Last That Long May 04, 2020

Today is Monday, May 4, and we’re looking at Lime vs. Bird.

Feel-Good Friday: This App Wants to Help Your Kids Fall Asleep May 01, 2020

Today is Friday, May 1, and we’re looking at Moshi vs. Headspace.

As Unemployment Skyrockets, So Too Do LinkedIn Learning, Coursera Enrollments Apr 30, 2020

Today is Thursday, April 30, and we’re looking at LinkedIn Learning vs. Coursera.

Potential Shortages of Real Meat Create a Boom for Beyond Meat Apr 29, 2020

Today is Wednesday, April 29, and we’re looking at Beyond Meat vs. Impossible Foods.

Dealt COVID-19 Lemons, Sam Adams Turns Abandoned Beer into Hand Sanitizer Apr 28, 2020

Today is Tuesday, April 28, and we’re looking at Sam Adams vs. Bud Light.

With Travel at Historic Low, Investors Buy Billion-Dollar Stake in Expedia Apr 27, 2020

Today is Monday, April 27, and we’re looking at Expedia Travel vs. Booking.com.

Feel-Good Friday: As America Saves Pets, Chewy’s Sales Leap Up Apr 24, 2020

Today is Friday, April 24, and we’re looking at Chewy vs. Amazon.

Neiman Marcus Appears to be on the Verge of Bankruptcy Apr 23, 2020

Today is Thursday, April 23, and we’re looking at Neiman Marcus vs. Macy’s.

Ticketmaster Promises Billions in Refunds for Cancelled Concerts Apr 22, 2020

Today is Wednesday, April 22, and we’re looking at Ticketmaster vs. StubHub.

Under Fire, Shake Shack Returns $10 Million in Small Business Funds Apr 21, 2020

Today is Tuesday, April 21, and we’re looking at Shake Shack vs. Burger King.

While Las Vegas Remains Dark, Virtual Nightclubs Deliver DJs and Bottle Service Apr 20, 2020

Today is Monday, April 20, 2020, and we’re looking at Club Q vs. Quarantee.

Baking is “America’s New Pastime” and That’s Putting King Arthur Flour Under Stress Apr 17, 2020

Today is Friday, April 17, and we’re looking at King Arthur Flour vs. Gold Medal Flour

Quibi’s TV-On-the-Go Concept Seemed Brilliant. Then Came Lockdowns. Apr 16, 2020

Today is Thursday, April 16, and we’re looking at Quibi vs. Peacock.

Apple, Google Partner on Smartphone-Based Virus Surveillance Apr 15, 2020

Today is Wednesday, April 15, and we’re looking at Apple and Google vs. COVID-19.

Produce Delivery Services Overwhelmed With New Customers Apr 14, 2020

Today is Tuesday, April 14, and we’re looking at Imperfect Foods vs. Hungry Harvest.

Struggling to Survive, ClassPass Moves Workouts Online Apr 13, 2020

Today is Monday, April 13, 2020, and we’re looking at ClassPass vs. independent fitness studios.

Pokémon Go, the Game That Drove Millions Outdoors, Gets a Quarantine Update Apr 10, 2020

Today is Friday, April 10, and we’re looking at Pokémon Go vs. Jurassic World Alive.

Sew Brave, Sew Profits: Etsy Recruits Thousands of Mask Makers Apr 09, 2020

Today is Thursday, April 9, and we’re looking at Etsy vs. Reformation.

Driving Less? Your Car Insurance Company May Want to Pay You Back Apr 08, 2020

Today is Wednesday, April 8, and we’re looking at Allstate Insurance vs. State Farm.

Zoom Under Investigation After Hacks Expose Security Issues Apr 07, 2020

Today is Tuesday, April 7, and we’re looking at Zoom Video Communications vs. Microsoft Teams.

Yes, You Can Defer Your Mortgage Payment. But it Might Not Be Easy Apr 06, 2020

Today is Monday, April 6, 2020, and we’re looking at Quicken Loans vs. Wells Fargo.

A Surge in Online Orders and a New Amazon Rival are Giving Life to Indie Bookstores Apr 03, 2020

Today is Friday, April 3, and we’re looking at Bookshop.org vs. Amazon.

FDA Recalls Zantac, Due to Probable Carcinogen Ingredient Apr 02, 2020

Today is Thursday, April 2, and we’re looking at Zantac vs. Pepcid.

In Only Ten Days, Dyson Invents a New Ventilator Apr 01, 2020

Today is Wednesday, April 1, and we’re looking at Dyson vs. Ford.

Instacart Workers, Others “Strike” for Pandemic Pay and Protection Mar 31, 2020

Today is Tuesday, March 31, and we’re looking at Instacart Shoppers vs. Instacart.

In the Devastated Movie Theater Biz, One Glimmer of Life: Drive-Ins Mar 30, 2020

Today is Monday, March 30, 2020, and we’re looking at Paramount Drive-In vs. AMC Theatres.

Thanks to the Cancellation of Public Life, Fertility Apps Could Be in For a Big Moment Mar 27, 2020

Today is Friday, March 27, 2020, and we’re looking at Ava vs. Flo.

Calm Down, Transform Your Headspace: Anxiety Soothers for a Pandemic Age Mar 26, 2020

Today is Thursday, March 26, 2020, and we’re looking at Calm vs. Headspace

Coronavirus Helps Tuna Titans Overcome Their Seafood Scandal Mar 25, 2020

Today is Wednesday, March 25, 2020, and we’re looking at BumbleBee Tuna vs. Chicken of the Sea.

With Coronavirus in View, Drugstores Make Prescription Delivery Free Mar 24, 2020

Today is Tuesday, March 24, 2020, and we’re looking at CVS vs. Walgreens.

Disneyland is Closed. It’s Only the Fourth Time in 60 Years Mar 23, 2020

Today is Monday, March 23, 2020, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Netflix.

Nike's Latest Sneakers are Trash -- and That’s the Selling Point Mar 20, 2020

Today is Friday, March 20, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Adidas.

Wanna Buy a Book Publisher? Simon & Schuster is on the Market Mar 19, 2020

Today is Thursday, March 19, and we’re looking at Simon & Schuster vs. Amazon.

No More Hugs for Hershey’s Mar 18, 2020

Today is Wednesday, March 18, and we’re looking at Hershey’s vs. Cadbury.

Robinhood Financial’s Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Day Mar 17, 2020

Today is Tuesday, March 17, and we’re looking at Robinhood Financial vs. Fidelity.

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage Now? Maybe. Maybe Not. Mar 16, 2020

Today is Monday, March 16, 2020, and we’re looking at Quicken Loans vs. Wells Fargo.

Once Faltering, the Big Three Record Labels are Now Stronger Than Ever Mar 13, 2020

Today is Friday, March 13, and we’re looking at Universal Music Group vs. Warner Music Group.

Coronavirus: Zoom Video Tops the “Stay-Home Stocks” Mar 12, 2020

Today is Thursday, March 12, and we’re looking at Zoom Video Communications vs. Microsoft.

Levi’s Introduces Paid Family Leave for Some Employees, But Not All Mar 11, 2020

Today is Wednesday, March 11, and we’re looking at Levi’s vs. Wrangler.

No, the Corona Virus Did Not Sink Sales of Corona Beer Mar 10, 2020

Today is Tuesday, March 10, and we’re looking at Corona vs. White Claw.

A “Cultural Icon”: The Legacy of Joe Coulombe, Trader Joe’s Founder Mar 09, 2020

Today is Monday, March 9, 2020, and we’re looking at Trader Joe’s vs. Whole Foods.

Lactation Wasn’t Even a Business. Why Breastfeeding Room Startups are On a Tear Mar 06, 2020

Today is Friday, March 6, and we’re looking at Mamava vs. Leche Lounge.

Burger King’s Bold Advertising Goes Even Riskier with Moldy Whopper Mar 05, 2020

Today is Thursday, March 5, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. Asana.

Water Bottle as Fashion Statement: Hydro Flask Floats to the Top Mar 04, 2020

Today is Wednesday, March 4, and we’re looking at Hydro Flask vs. Nalgene.

No Longer a Pizza Maker, Softbank Portfolio Company Zume Flounders Mar 03, 2020

Today is Tuesday, March 3, and we’re looking at Zume vs. Domino’s Pizza.

Disney CEO Bob Iger Steps Down Abruptly Mar 02, 2020

Today is Monday, March 2, 2020, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Netflix.

Tiny, Independent Ski Cooper Fights the Titanics of Skiing Feb 28, 2020

Today is Friday, February 28, and we’re looking at Ski Cooper vs. the Alterra and Vail Resorts.

Riding the Productivity Wave, Unicorn Asana Plans to Go Public Feb 27, 2020

Today is Thursday, February 27, and we’re looking at Asana vs. Microsoft Teams.

The Saga Ends: Victoria’s Secret Sells, CEO Les Wexner Steps Down Feb 26, 2020

Today is Wednesday, February 26, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. ThirdLove.

The Boy Scouts File for Bankruptcy Feb 25, 2020

Today is Tuesday, February 25, and we’re looking at Boy Scouts of America vs. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Softbank, in Downward Spiral, Shutters Startup Brandless Feb 24, 2020

Today is Monday, February 24, 2020, and we’re looking at Brandless vs. Amazon.

With Huge New Investment, Headspace Sets Sights on Meditation Domination Feb 21, 2020

Today is Friday, February 21, and we’re looking at Headspace vs. Calm.

Not Such a Golden Unicorn? Airbnb Runs into Trouble Ahead of IPO Feb 20, 2020

Today is Thursday, February 20, and we’re looking at Airbnb vs. Expedia.

First There Was Telemedicine. Then TelePsychiatry. Now Tele-Physical Therapy Feb 19, 2020

Today is Wednesday, February 19, and we’re looking at Hinge Health vs. Reflexion.

Ghost Kitchens: The Biggest Trend You Never Heard Of Feb 18, 2020

Today is Tuesday, February 18, and we’re looking at Kitopi vs. Kitchen United.

Twitter to Take Action Against Deepfakes Feb 17, 2020

Today is Monday, February 17, 2020, and we’re looking at Twitter vs. Youtube.

Saucony Reduces Carbon Footprint with Biodegradable Shoe Feb 14, 2020

Today is Friday, February 14, and we’re looking at Saucony vs. Adidas.

1-800-Flowers Adds Venmo, Augmented Reality in Time for Valentine’s Day Feb 13, 2020

Today is Thursday, February 13, and we’re looking at 1-800-Flowers vs. The Bouqs.

Buffeted by Scandal, Victoria’s Secret Searches for a Way Forward Feb 12, 2020

Today is Wednesday, February 12, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. Aerie.

Edgewell Harry’s Razors Merger After FTC Sues to Stop It Feb 11, 2020

Today is Tuesday, February 11, and we’re looking at Schick vs. Gillette.

What’s Behind Tesla’s Crazy Stock Surge? The Future Feb 10, 2020

Today is Monday, February 10, 2020, and we’re looking at Tesla vs. Ford.

McDonald’s, Wendy’s Peck Away at Breakfast with New Chicken Sandwiches Feb 07, 2020

Today is Friday, February 7, and we’re looking at McDonald’s vs. Wendy’s.

Hand Sanitizer Doesn’t Prevent Disease, and the FDA wants Purell to Stop Saying it Does Feb 06, 2020

Today is Thursday, February 6, and we’re looking at Purell vs. Bath & Body Works.

Massage Envy: You Never Knew You Needed This Papaya Peel (But You Do) Feb 05, 2020

Today is Wednesday, February 5, and we’re looking at Massage Envy vs. Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa.

Rebel Merchant: Quietly, $1.5B Shopify is Challenging Amazon Feb 04, 2020

Today is Tuesday, February 4, and we’re looking at Shopify vs. Amazon.

As Coronavirus Surges, So Too Do Surgical Mask Sales Feb 03, 2020

Today is Monday, February 3, 2020, and we’re looking at 3M vs. Honeywell.

Mr. Peanut Falls to His Death Jan 31, 2020

Today is Friday, January 31, and we’re looking at Kraft Heinz vs. General Mills.

As Privacy Fears About Sharing DNA Increase, So Do 23andMe’s Layoffs Jan 30, 2020

Today is Thursday, January 30, and we’re looking at 23andMe vs. Ancestry.com.

Casper Files for IPO, Exposing Sagging Finances Jan 29, 2020

Today is Wednesday, January 29, and we’re looking at Casper vs. Mattress Firm.

Lego Has a Cure For Adult Anxieties: Building Blocks Jan 28, 2020

Today is Tuesday, January 28, and we’re looking at The Lego Group vs. Playmobil.

Flying Taxis Will Be Taking Off Sooner Than You Think Jan 27, 2020

Today is Monday, January 27, 2020, and we’re looking at Hyundai vs. Bell.

Bose to Shutter All Stores in US, Europe, Japan and Australia Jan 24, 2020

Today is Friday, January 24, and we’re looking at Ikea vs. Walmart.

Delta Emerges as Best, Largest Airline; American as Worst Jan 23, 2020

Today is Thursday, January 23, and we’re looking at Delta vs. American.

Coke Launches Energy Drink; Its Partner, Monster, Fights For Turf Jan 22, 2020

Today is Wednesday, January 22, and we’re looking at Monster Beverage vs. Coca-Cola.

Toyota to Build Carless “City of the Future,” in Japan Jan 21, 2020

Today is Tuesday, January 21, and we’re looking at Toyota vs. Alphabet.

World’s Largest Investment Firm To Put Sustainability at Heart of Its Investment Strategy Jan 20, 2020

Today is Monday, January 20, 2020, and we’re looking at BlackRock vs. Vanguard.

Seeking “Climate Positivity” by 2030, Ikea to Overhaul Entire Business Jan 17, 2020

Today is Friday, January 17, and we’re looking at Ikea vs. Walmart.

Alexa, Google Vie to Ride Shotgun in Your Next Vehicle Jan 16, 2020

Today is Thursday, January 16, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. Google.

Neutrogena Analyzes Facial Flaws with Selfie-Powered Skincare App Jan 15, 2020

Today is Wednesday, January 15, and we’re looking at Neutrogena vs. Olay.

U-Haul Will No Longer Hire Smokers Jan 14, 2020

Today is Tuesday, January 14, and we’re looking at U-Haul vs. Penske Truck Rental.

Taco Bell Now Offers Six-Figure Salaries Jan 13, 2020

Today is Monday, January 13, 2020, and we’re looking at Taco Bell vs. In-N-Out Burger.

Dry January: Beer Makers Court the Seasonally Sober Jan 10, 2020

Today is Friday, January 10, and we’re looking at MolsonCoors vs. Heineken.

Getting in Shape: The “Dad-Bod” Gym vs. the Always-On Fitness Center Jan 09, 2020

Today is Thursday, January 9 and we’re looking at Planet Fitness vs. 24-Hour Fitness.

In a Cashless Society, New Digital Kids’ Banking Apps Catch On Jan 08, 2020

Today is Wednesday, January 8, and we’re looking at Greenlight vs. GoHenry.

Insecurity Cameras: Ring Customers Get Hacked Jan 07, 2020

Today is Tuesday, January 7, and we’re looking at Ring vs. Wyze Labs.

In its 7th Annual Super Bowl Ad, TurboTax Offers a Pep Talk Jan 06, 2020

Today is Monday, January 6, 2020, and we’re looking at TurboTax vs. H&R Block.

Nike Targets Muslim Market with Swimwear Hijab Dec 20, 2019

Today is Friday, December 20, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Speedo.

Apple’s New Mac Pro Costs $52,000—Without the $400 Wheels Dec 19, 2019

Today is Thursday, December 19 and we’re looking at Apple vs. HP.

New Venmo-Like Charity App Aims to Take the Fuss Out of Giving Dec 18, 2019

Today is Wednesday, December 18, and we’re looking at Momentum vs. Facebook.

University of Phoenix Cancels $141 Million in Student Debt Dec 17, 2019

Today is Tuesday, December 17, and we’re looking at University of Phoenix vs. Southern New Hampshire University.

Away CEO Steps Down After Investigation Reveals Toxic Work Culture Dec 16, 2019

Today is Monday, December 16, and we’re looking at Away vs. Tumi.

Sellers -- and Chewers -- Get a Boost from “Functional Gum” Dec 13, 2019

Today is Friday, December 13, and we’re looking at Mars Wrigley vs. Apollo Brands.

Hostess, the Symbol of Sugary Snacks, Buys Sugarless Cookie Maker Dec 12, 2019

Today is Thursday, December 12 and we’re looking at Hostess Brands vs. Little Debbie.

“Tone-Deaf” Peloton Ad Stirs Controversy Dec 11, 2019

Today is Wednesday, December 11, and we’re looking at Peloton vs. SoulCycle.

Boulder Beer, Nation’s Oldest Craft Beer Brewer, Gets Rescued Dec 10, 2019

Today is Tuesday, December 10, and we’re looking at Boulder Beer vs. Anheuser-Busch.

Real Estate Startup Culdesac Launches Nation’s First Car-Free Subdivision Dec 09, 2019

Today is Monday, December 9, and we’re looking at Culdesac vs. the auto industry.

You Can Now Invest in Outer Space. Should You? Dec 06, 2019

Today is Friday, December 6, and we’re looking at Virgin Galactic vs. Blue Origin.

Small Towns, Fake Snow: Hallmark, Rivals Produce a Blizzard of Christmas Movies Dec 05, 2019

Today is Thursday, December 5 and we’re looking at Hallmark Channel vs. Lifetime Channel.

Stilton Sticker Shock: European Cheese Tariffs Could Boost American Cheeses Dec 04, 2019

Today is Wednesday, December 4, and we’re looking at European-made vs. American-made cheese.

BumbleBee Tuna, the Price-Fixing Poster Child, is Bankrupt Dec 03, 2019

Today is Tuesday, December 3, and we’re looking at Bumble Bee vs. Chicken of the Sea.

Iconic Jeweler Tiffany Sells to Europe’s Richest Man Dec 02, 2019

Today is Monday, December 2, and we’re looking at Tiffany vs. Cartier.

Corvette Stingray Wins Motortrend Car of the Year—And It’s Not Here Yet Nov 29, 2019

Today is Friday, November 29, and we’re looking at Corvette vs. Ferrari.

Tupperware, the Legend of Leftovers, Pops Up a Holiday Store Nov 28, 2019

Today is Thursday, November 28, and we’re looking at Tupperware vs. Glad.

Meal-Kit Startup Plated Shipped its Last Kit Yesterday Nov 27, 2019

Today is Wednesday, November 27, and we’re looking at Plated vs. Blue Apron.

Madison Reed, L’Oréal Bet On Virtual Hair Color ‘Try-Ons’ Nov 26, 2019

Today is Tuesday, November 26, and we’re looking at Madison Reed vs. L’Oréal.

Microsoft Announcement Prompts Slack’s Share Price to Plummet Nov 25, 2019

Today is Monday, November 25, and we’re looking at Slack vs. Microsoft Teams.

Low-Cost Airline JetBlue, Known for Service, Creates No-Frills Fare Nov 22, 2019

Today is Friday, November 22, and we’re looking at JetBlue vs. Spirit Airlines.

The Gap Kicks Out CEO Art Peck Nov 21, 2019

Today is Thursday, November 21, and we’re looking at The Gap vs. Zara.

Crying Over Spilt Milk? America’s Largest Dairy Producer Files for Bankruptcy Nov 20, 2019

Today is Wednesday, November 20, and we’re looking at Dean Foods vs. Walmart.

House of Mouse Announces 10 Million Signups on Disney+ Launch Day Nov 19, 2019

Today is Tuesday, November 19, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Netflix.

At Microsoft Japan, Shorter Work Week Yields Greater Productivity Nov 18, 2019

Today is Monday, November 18, and we’re looking at Microsoft vs. Apple.

Struggling, Dog-Walking Service Wag Puts Itself Up for Adoption Nov 15, 2019

Today is Friday, November 15, and we’re looking at Wag vs. Rover.

Gert Doyle, Columbia Sportswear’s One Tough Mother, Dies at 95 Nov 14, 2019

Today is Thursday, November 14, and we’re looking at Columbia Sportswear vs. The North Face.

New McDonald’s CEO: Will it Be Love or Hate from Franchisees? Nov 13, 2019

Today is Wednesday, November 13, and we’re looking at McDonald’s vs. Burger King.

AT&T to Pay $60 Million to FTC for Throttling Data Nov 12, 2019

Today is Tuesday, November 12, and we’re looking at AT&T vs. Verizon.

Every Step You Take: Google to Acquire Fitbit — and Your Data — for $2.1 Billion Nov 11, 2019

Today is Monday, November 11, and we’re looking at Google vs. Apple.

Cleaning Crisis? Walmart Stokes Dish Soap Shortage Fears Nov 08, 2019

Today is Friday, November 8, and we’re looking at Dawn vs. Palmolive.

Uber’s Becoming...a Bank? Nov 07, 2019

Today is Thursday, November 7, and we’re looking at Uber vs. Lyft.

Beyond Raffi: Spotify Launches Playlist App for Toddlers to Pre-Teens Nov 06, 2019

Today is Wednesday, November 6, and we’re looking at Spotify vs. Amazon Music.

Hollywood Stars Say “Hell, No” to Netflix Speed-Up Test Nov 05, 2019

Today is Tuesday, November 5, and we’re looking at Netflix vs. Apple.

Fiat, Peugot to Merge, Creating $50 Billion Auto Giant Nov 04, 2019

Today is Monday, November 4, and we’re looking at Fiat/Chrysler vs. Toyota.

Copycat Crimes? Rothy’s Cries Foul and Steve Madden Fights Back Nov 01, 2019

Today is Friday, November 1, and we’re looking at Rothy’s vs. Steve Madden.

Macy’s Says Farewell to Fur Sales Oct 31, 2019

Today is Thursday, October 31, and we’re looking at Macy’s vs. Nordstrom.

20 Years in the Making, Washington State Debuts New Apple Oct 30, 2019

Today is Wednesday, October 30, and we’re looking at the Cosmic Crisp vs. the Honey Crisp.

For Diaper Makers, Meaningless Claims are the Best Legal Defense Oct 29, 2019

Today is Tuesday, October 29, and we’re looking at Huggies vs. Pampers.

Did MillerCoors Steal the Bud Light Recipe? Oct 28, 2019

Today is Monday, October 28, and we’re looking at Anheuser-Busch vs. MillerCoors.

Wild Plans: Airbnb Invests in Travel Company Atlas Obscura Oct 25, 2019

Today is Friday, October 25, and we’re looking at Airbnb vs. The New York Times.

Sober Decision: Beauty Giant Shiseido Acquires Drunk Elephant Oct 24, 2019

Today is Thursday, October 24, and we’re looking at Shiseido vs. Unilever.

Chilean Startup Algramo Makes Refillable Stuff Affordable Oct 23, 2019

Today is Wednesday, October 23, and we’re looking at Algramo vs. Loop.

At Chipotle, Workers Get Aprons—and Business Degrees Oct 22, 2019

Today is Tuesday, October 22, and we’re looking at Chipotle vs. Qdoba.

The World’s Most Popular Video Game Goes Dark, On Purpose Oct 21, 2019

Today is Monday, October 21, and we’re looking at Epic Games vs. Electronic Arts.

Car2Go Exits Five Cities as Peer-to-Peer Car Sharing Ramps Up Oct 18, 2019

Today is Friday, October 18, and we’re looking at Car2Go vs. Turo.

Looking for Sunshine: Target, Walmart Locked in Renewable Energy Race Oct 17, 2019

Today is Thursday, October 17, and we’re looking at Target vs. Walmart.

Rent the Runway Fails to Deliver Oct 16, 2019

Today is Wednesday, October 16, and we’re looking at Rent the Runway vs. Urban Outfitters.

Boeing’s Problems Lead to Delta Hiring Spree Oct 15, 2019

Today is Tuesday, October 15, and we’re looking at Delta vs. Southwest Airlines.

Calm’s Secret to Success? Matthew McConaughey’s Bedtime Stories Oct 14, 2019

Today is Monday, October 14, and we’re looking at Headspace vs. Calm.

Coming Attractions: Even More Commercials at Some Cinemas Oct 11, 2019

Today is Friday, October 11, and we’re looking at Regal and Cinemark vs. AMC Theatres.

Food Site Gets Prized Ingredient: $83 Million in Funding Oct 10, 2019

Today is Thursday, October 10, and we’re looking at Food 52 vs. The Food Network.

Victim of its Own Fast Fashion Success? Forever 21 Files Chapter 11 Oct 09, 2019

Today is Wednesday, October 9, and we’re looking at Forever 21 vs. H&M.

FTC Sues Match, Alleges it Conned Users Oct 08, 2019

Today is Tuesday, October 8, and we’re looking at Match vs. Facebook Dating.

Cancer Risk Found; Stores Pull Tainted Zantac from Shelves Oct 07, 2019

Today is Monday, October 7, and we’re looking at Zantac vs. Pepcid.

Tuning Up: Gibson Guitars Sings Sweeter Song Oct 04, 2019

Today is Friday, October 4, and we’re looking at Gibson Guitars vs. Fender.

Hurting Harley Broaches $1.6 Billion Turnaround Plan Oct 03, 2019

Today is Thursday, October 3, and we’re looking at Harley-Davison vs. Indian Motorcycles.

To Shrink Plastic Waste, Nestlé Turns Candy Wrappers into Origami Oct 02, 2019

Today is Wednesday, October 2, and we’re looking at Nestlé vs. Mars.

This Invisible Bike Helmet Inflates on Impact Oct 01, 2019

Today is Tuesday, October 1, and we’re looking at Hövding vs. Trek.

Prosecutors Charge VW Leaders with Stock Market Manipulation Sep 30, 2019

Today is Monday, September 30, and we’re looking at Volkswagen vs. Daimler-Benz.

Here’s to Your New Holiday Drink: Brussels Sprouts-Flavored Gin Sep 27, 2019

Today is Friday, September 27, and we’re looking at Pickering’s Gin vs. Beefeater Gin.

Outside the U.S., Renault Launches Sub-$10,000 EV Sep 26, 2019

Today is Thursday, September 26, and we’re looking at Renault vs. Volkswagen.

Instagram Takes Action on Dangerous Weight Loss Ads Sep 25, 2019

Today is Wednesday, September 25, and we’re looking at Instagram vs. Pinterest.

Sorry Again, Charlie: Starkist Penalized $100 Million for Price Fixing Sep 24, 2019

Today is Tuesday, September 24, and we’re looking at Starkist vs. Chicken of the Sea.

Lucky Stripe: Silicon Valley Fintech Startup Zooms to $35B in Value Sep 23, 2019

Today is Monday, September 23, and we’re looking at Stripe vs. Square.

Water Water Everywhere But Not a Spot to a Swim? Rent a Pool on Swimply Sep 20, 2019

Today is Friday, September 20, and we’re looking at Swimply vs. GetMyBoat.

Tesla’s Auto Insurance Gets Off to a Rocky Start Sep 19, 2019

Today is Thursday, September 19, and we’re looking at Tesla vs. Allstate.

BET Network Launches Streaming Service into Crowded Space Sep 18, 2019

Today is Wednesday, September 18, and we’re looking at BET + vs. Apple TV.

NYC Sues Chipotle, Accuses “Food with Integrity” Chain of Violating Labor Laws Sep 17, 2019

Today is Tuesday, September 17, and we’re looking at Chipotle vs. Qdoba.

Detergent Wars: NFL, NBC Push Laundry Night Around Sep 16, 2019

Today is Monday, September 16, and we’re looking at Tide vs. Arm & Hammer.

Dum Dums’s First Ad in 30 Years is Very Sweet Sep 13, 2019

Today is Friday, September 13, and we’re looking at Dum Dums vs. Jolly Ranchers.

Amazon Tests Hand-Scanning Checkouts Sep 12, 2019

Today is Thursday, September 12, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. Apple.

VF Corp. Stops Buying Brazilian Leather While Amazon Burns Sep 11, 2019

Today is Wednesday, September 11, and we’re looking at Timberland vs. Dr. Martens.

Ski Resort Wars Are Heating Up: Better Buy Your Ski Pass Now Sep 10, 2019

Today is Tuesday, September 10, and we’re looking at Vail Resorts vs. Alterra Mountain Company.

Walmart Ends Handgun Ammunition Sales, Bans Open Carry Sep 09, 2019

Today is Monday, September 9, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. Target.

Schick Creates Club for Bald Guys Sep 06, 2019

Today is Friday, September 6, and we’re looking at Schick vs. Gillette.

Apple Says Sorry for Siri Spying Sep 05, 2019

Today is Thursday, September 5, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Google.

Shanghai Shoppers Flood Costco’s First Store in China Sep 04, 2019

Today is Wednesday, September 4, and we’re looking at Costco vs. Sam’s Club.

Twitter War Fuels Rush on Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich Sep 03, 2019

Today is Tuesday, September 3, and we’re looking at Popeyes vs. Chick-Fil-A.

Struggling Fitbit Adds Subscription Service, Launches New Do-Everything Watch Sep 02, 2019

Today is Monday, September 2, and we’re looking at Fitbit vs. Apple.

Mountain Dew Turns Mistake into Marketing Win Aug 30, 2019

Today is Friday, August 30, and we’re looking at Mountain Dew vs. Coke.

Cherry Blossom and Red Bean Shakes: Tiny Shake Shack Expands Abroad Aug 29, 2019

Today is Thursday, August 29, and we’re looking at Shake Shack vs. McDonald’s.

Brainy Move? Ikea Creates Smart Home Division Aug 28, 2019

Today is Wednesday, August 28, and we’re looking at Ikea vs. Google’s Nest.

WeWork Announces Billion-Dollar Loss as it Prepares to Go Public Aug 27, 2019

Today is Tuesday, August 27, and we’re looking at WeWork vs. Regus.

Mercedes is Using In-Car Location Sensors — to Track Debtors Aug 26, 2019

Today is Monday, August 26, and we’re looking at Mercedes Benz vs. BMW.

The New Geography of Competition: Airlines Invest Millions to Upgrade Airport Lounges Aug 23, 2019

Today is Friday, August 23, and we’re looking at Delta vs. United.

First Soy, Then Almond: Now Bananas are Upending the Milk Market Aug 22, 2019

Today is Thursday, August 22, and we’re looking at Mooala vs. Dean Foods.

Luxury Icon Barney’s Declares Chapter 11, Seeks Buyer Aug 21, 2019

Today is Wednesday, August 21, and we’re looking at Barney’s vs. Rent the Runway.

Kosher Giants Merge, Creating Possible Matzoh Monopoly Aug 20, 2019

Today is Tuesday, August 20, and we’re looking at Manischewitz vs. Kayco.

Startup Blinker Tries to Take the Pain Out of Used Car Sales Aug 19, 2019

Today is Monday, August 19, and we’re looking at Blinker vs. CarMax.

Instagram No Longer in Love With “The Like” Aug 16, 2019

Today is Friday, August 16, and we’re looking at Instagram vs. Pinterest.

Abrupt Restaurant Closings Stun Employees, Regulars at Perkins and Marie Callender’s Aug 15, 2019

Today is Thursday, August 15, and we’re looking at Perkins & Marie Callender’s LLC vs. Applebee’s and IHOP.

Apple Releases New Virtual Credit Card Aug 14, 2019

Today is Wednesday, August 14, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Amazon.

America’s Two Largest Newspaper Chains To Merge Aug 13, 2019

Today is Tuesday, August 13, and we’re looking at Gannett vs. McClatchy.

Victoria’s Secret in Turmoil Following Death of Jeffrey Epstein Aug 12, 2019

Today is Monday, August 12, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. ThirdLove.

Baby Boom: Why this Century-Old Company is Dominating Kids Clothing Aug 09, 2019

Today is Friday, August 9, and we’re looking at Carter’s vs. The Children's Place.

Eyewear Giants to Merge, Grow Even More Mammoth Aug 08, 2019

Today is Thursday, August 8, and we’re looking at LensCrafters vs. Visionworks.

Mastercard Recreates Exotic, “Priceless” Global Restaurants in NYC Aug 07, 2019

Today is Wednesday, August 7, and we’re looking at Mastercard vs. Visa.

As Seltzer Sales Explode, Leader LaCroix Slayed by Scandals Aug 06, 2019

Today is Tuesday, August 6, and we’re looking at LaCroix vs. Spindrift.

Reeling from Boeing Max Grounding, Southwest Ends Newark Airport Service Aug 05, 2019

Today is Monday, August 5, and we’re looking at Southwest vs Delta.

HotelTonight Pushes Daily Travel Bargains with FOMO Campaign Aug 02, 2019

Today is Friday, August 2, and we’re looking at HotelTonight vs. TravelZoo.

Hey, Pandora! Music Platform Enables a Free Voice Assistant Aug 01, 2019

Today is Thursday, August 1, and we’re looking at Pandora vs. Spotify.

With Stress Searches Surging, Pinterest Posts Mental Health Help Jul 31, 2019

Today is Wednesday, July 31, and we’re looking at Pinterest vs Instagram.

Tofurky Sues Arkansas Over Meatless Language Law Jul 30, 2019

Today is Tuesday, July 30, and we’re looking at Tofurky vs. Arkansas.

Realogy Joins Forces with Amazon to Sweeten Real Estate Deals Jul 29, 2019

Today is Monday, July 29, and we’re looking at Realogy vs Compass.

Honest Tea Creates Charitable Vending Machine Jul 26, 2019

Today is Friday, July 26, and we’re looking at Honest Tea vs. Pure Leaf.

Medical Tourism Broker Doctours Expands to 35 Countries Jul 25, 2019

Today is Thursday, July 25, and we’re looking at Doctours vs. Your Local Hospital.

Huggies Dads on Diaper Boxes Campaign Goes Viral Jul 24, 2019

Today is Wednesday, July 24, and we’re looking at Huggies vs Pampers.

Nestlé Discovers Natural Way to Sweeten Chocolate without Sugar Jul 23, 2019

Today is Tuesday, July 23, and we’re looking at Nestlé vs Cadbury.

Investor Drops Almost $1 Million on Sneakers at Sotheby’s Jul 22, 2019

Today is Monday, July 22, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Adidas.

AT&T First to Automatically Stop Robocalls Jul 19, 2019

Today is Friday, July 19, and we’re looking at AT&T vs. Verizon.

Driscoll’s Breeds a Pink Berry that Looks Like Rosé Wine Jul 18, 2019

Today is Thursday, July 18, and we’re looking at Driscoll’s vs. Dole

This Pet Tracker Could Help You Find Fido—and Meet Pet Owners Jul 17, 2019

Today is Wednesday, July 17, and we’re looking at Pawscout vs. Whistle.

New Banks Target Millennials By Highlighting Trustworthiness Jul 16, 2019

Today is Tuesday, July 16, and we’re looking at Aspiration vs. Chime.

To Ease Branding Woes, Papa John’s Gets A Big Hand From Shaq Jul 15, 2019

Today is Monday, July 15, and we’re looking at Papa John’s vs. Domino’s Pizza.

Goodwill Partners with OfferUp to Sell Used Treasures Online Jul 12, 2019

Today is Friday, July 12, and we’re looking at OfferUp vs. LetGo.

Sustainable Swimsuit Maker Reformation Advises: Go Naked Jul 11, 2019

Today is Thursday, July 11, and we’re looking at Reformation vs. Athleta.

New Harry Potter Game Lacking in Niantic’s Old Magic? Jul 10, 2019

Today is Wednesday, July 10, and we’re looking at Harry Potter: Wizards Unite vs. Candy Crush Saga.

Arby’s Makes the “Marrot”—a Carrot Made from Meat Jul 09, 2019

Today is Tuesday, July 9, and we’re looking at Arby’s vs. McDonald’s.

U.S. Could Bring Criminal Charges in Poultry Price-Fixing Case Jul 08, 2019

Today is Monday, July 8, and we’re looking at Tyson Foods vs. Pilgrim’s.

Texans are Hopping Mad about Sale of Whataburger Jun 28, 2019

Today is Friday, June 28, and we’re looking at Whataburger vs. In-and-Out Burger.

Firefly Wants to Send Your Stuff into Orbit Jun 27, 2019

Today is Thursday, June 27, and we’re looking at Firefly Aerospace vs. SpaceX.

Investors Gobble Up $1 Billion of Chewy IPO Shares Jun 26, 2019

Today is Wednesday, June 26, and we’re looking at Chewy vs. Walmart.

Uber, Lyft Drivers Could Become Employees Under Proposed CA Law Jun 25, 2019

Today is Tuesday, June 25, and we’re looking at Uber vs. Lyft.

Famed Auction House Sotheby’s Sold for $3.7 Billion Jun 24, 2019

Today is Monday, June 24, and we’re looking at Sotheby’s vs. Christie’s.

Honda Lawn Mower Goes 0 to 100 in 6 Seconds Jun 21, 2019

Today is Friday, June 21, and we’re looking at Honda vs. Ego Electric.

For Gap and Wrangler, Blue Jeans Are Going Green Jun 20, 2019

Today is Thursday, June 20, and we’re looking at Wrangler vs. Gap.

Audi Recalls E-Tron as E-Vehicles Struggle With Flammable Batteries Jun 19, 2019

Today is Wednesday, June 19, and we’re looking at Audi vs. Tesla.

Kind, Clif Locked in Energy Bar Battle Jun 18, 2019

Today is Tuesday, June 18, and we’re looking at Kind vs. Clif Bar.

Bird Acquires Rival for Access to SF Scooter Market Jun 17, 2019

Today is Monday, June 17, and we’re looking at Bird vs. Lime.

Fetching “Liquid Gold” Prices, Maple Syrup Attracts Big Business to Vermont Jun 14, 2019

Today is Friday, June 14, and we’re looking at The Maple Guild vs. The Federation of Quebec Maple Producers.

In a Real-Life Page-Turner, Buyers Fight to Buy Barnes & Noble Jun 13, 2019

Today is Thursday, June 13, and we’re looking at Barnes & Noble vs. Amazon.

Google Outage Shows Nest Smart Homes Not So Smart After All Jun 12, 2019

Today is Wednesday, June 12, and we’re looking at Nest vs. Ecobee.

Bank of America to Mix Real People with Robo-Investment Advisors Jun 11, 2019

Today is Tuesday, June 11, and we’re looking at Bank of America vs JP Morgan Chase

The North Face Hacks Wikipedia, Angers Customers Jun 10, 2019

Today is Monday, June 10, and we’re looking at The North Face vs. Patagonia.

90’s Virtual Pet Craze, the Tamagotchi is Back -- and More Expensive than Ever Jun 07, 2019

Today is Friday, June 7, and we’re looking at Tamagotchi vs. the smart phone.

Fake Egg Makers Try to Crack Multi-Billion-Dollar Market Jun 06, 2019

Today is Thursday, June 6, and we’re looking at Spero vs. Egg Beaters.

Cable Company Altice to Offer Heavily Discounted Mobile Service Jun 05, 2019

Today is Wednesday, June 5, and we’re looking at Altice vs. Verizon.

Gillette’s Latest Video Spotlights Trans Man’s First Time Shaving Jun 04, 2019

Today is Tuesday, June 4, and we’re looking at Gillette vs. Schick.

Proposed Fiat Chrysler/Renault Merger Could Upend Auto Industry Jun 03, 2019

Today is Monday, June 3, and we’re looking at Fiat/Chrysler vs. General Motors.

Rent the Runway Gets a New Rival: Urban Outfitters May 31, 2019

Today is Friday, May 31, and we’re looking at Urban Outfitters vs. Rent the Runway

Google Glass Returns--with New, Clearer Vision May 30, 2019

Today is Thursday, May 30, and we’re looking at Google vs. Microsoft.

With Bare-Bones Pricing, Grocer Aldi Attracts Devout Fans May 29, 2019

Today is Wednesday, May 29, and we’re looking at Aldi vs. Walmart.

Graphic Design Startup Canva Hits $2.5 Billion Valuation May 28, 2019

Today is Tuesday, May 28, and we’re looking at Canva vs. Microsoft.

Why Coca-Cola is Resurrecting New Coke, its Biggest Flop May 27, 2019

Today is Monday, May 27, and we’re looking at Coke vs. Pepsi.

Taco Bell Already Has a Wedding Chapel; Now it’s Opening a Taco Hotel May 24, 2019

Today is Friday, May 24, and we’re looking at Taco Bell vs. Burger King.

Self-Driving Buses Hit the Streets May 23, 2019

Today is Thursday, May 23, and we’re looking at New Flyer vs. May Mobility.

As Sunscreen Scrutiny Heats Up, Besieged Bayer Sells Coppertone May 22, 2019

Today is Wednesday, May 22, and we’re looking at Coppertone vs. Banana Boat.

Let’s Get Crafty: Boston Beer Buys Dogfish Head May 21, 2019

Today is Tuesday, May 21, and we’re looking at Boston Beer vs. Anheuser-Busch.

Consumers Can Sue Apple Over App Prices, Supreme Court Says May 20, 2019

Today is Monday, May 20, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Google.

PayByCar is Like EZ-Pass—For Drive-Thrus May 17, 2019

Today is Friday, May 17, and we’re looking at PayByCar vs. General Motors and Honda.

For Competitive Edge in Women’s Co-Working Space, The Wing Partners with HBO May 16, 2019

Today is Thursday, May 16, and we’re looking at The Wing vs. The Riveter.

Schick Razor Owner to Acquire Indy Shaver for $1.4 Billion May 15, 2019

Today is Wednesday, May 15, and we’re looking at Edgewell Personal Care vs. Unilever.

Simmering Victoria’s Secret, Third Love Conflict Reignites May 14, 2019

Today is Tuesday, May 14, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. Third Love.

Intuit, H&R Block Hide Free Filing Service from Millions of Taxpayers May 13, 2019

Today is Monday, May 13, and we’re looking at Intuit vs. H&R Block.

We’re Lapping Up Custom Cuisine...For Our Dogs May 10, 2019

Today is Friday, May 10, and we’re looking at The Farmer’s Dog vs. PetPlate.

Cruise Lines Set Sights On Solo Travelers May 09, 2019

Today is Thursday, May 9, and we’re looking at Norwegian Cruise Lines vs. Royal Caribbean.

To Those Who Wait: Sargento Delivers Pizza, Months After Ordering May 08, 2019

Today is Wednesday, May 8, and we’re looking at Sargento vs. Kraft-Heinz.

Marriott Courts Airbnb’s Customers -- with Castle Rentals May 07, 2019

Today is Tuesday, May 7, and we’re looking at Marriott vs. Airbnb.

Obamas Announce Netflix Slate; Oprah Teases Interview Show May 06, 2019

Today is Monday, May 6, and we’re looking at Netflix vs. Apple.

Disney Debuts Star Wars Land; Universal Amps Up Harry Potter May 03, 2019

Today is Friday, May 3, and we’re looking at Disney’s Star Wars Land vs. Comcast’s Universal Orlando.

Tobacco Giant Philip Morris to Sell Life Insurance May 02, 2019

Today is Thursday, May 2, and we’re looking at Phillip Morris vs. Juul.

Kohl’s Wants Your Amazon Returns May 01, 2019

Today is Wednesday, May 1, and we’re looking at Kohl’s vs. Amazon.

You Can Buy a Car from a Vending Machine. But Should You? Apr 30, 2019

Today is Tuesday, April 30, and we’re looking at Carvana vs. Carmax.

FAA Clears First Delivery Drone for Takeoff Apr 29, 2019

Today is Monday, April 29, and we’re looking at Wing vs. UPS

Ikea Debuts First City Store: You Take Home Nothing Apr 26, 2019

Today is Friday, April 26, and we’re looking at Ikea vs. Wayfair.

Hey, Alexa! Sonic Logos are the Next Big Thing Apr 25, 2019

Today is Thursday, April 25, and we’re looking at MasterCard vs. Visa.

XL Men Demand Fashion: Are You Shaquille O’Neal’s ‘Big, Sexy’ Model? Apr 24, 2019

Today is Wednesday, April 24, and we’re looking at Stitch Fix vs. Bonobos.

Woman CEO to Succeed Best Buy’s Turnaround Star Apr 23, 2019

Today is Tuesday, April 23, and we’re looking at Best Buy vs. Circuit City.

Alibaba CEO Lauds 72 Hour Work Week Apr 22, 2019

Today is Monday, April 22, and we’re looking at Alibaba vs. Amazon.

Sriracha Syndicate Splits: Hot Sauce King Suing Supplier Apr 19, 2019

Today is Friday, April 19, and we’re looking at Huy Fong vs. Underwood Ranches.

Patagonia’s “No Bros” Policy Sparks Di-Vest-iture Panic Apr 18, 2019

Today is Thursday, April 18, and we’re looking at Patagonia vs. Carhartt.

Samsung’s Profits Dive 60 Percent on Poor Smartphone Sales Apr 17, 2019

Today is Wednesday, April 17, and we’re looking at Samsung vs. Apple

"Meat" Means Only Animal Products, Say States Apr 16, 2019

Today is Tuesday, April 16, and we’re looking at Montana vs. Impossible Burger.

Friendly’s Fire: Sudden Store Closings Spark Fury Apr 15, 2019

Today is Monday, April 15, and we’re looking at Friendly’s vs. Bob Evans.

Going Bananas: Chiquita Launches New Snapchat Filters Apr 12, 2019

Today is Friday, April 12, and we’re looking at Chiquita vs. Dole.

FDA, Activists Pressure Walgreens to Stop Cigarette Sales Apr 11, 2019

Today is Thursday, April 11, and we’re looking at Walgreens vs. CVS.

Sweet Sorrow: Kellogg’s Says Ciao to Keebler, Famous Amos Apr 10, 2019

Today is Wednesday, April 10, and we’re looking at Nutella vs. Oreos

Slack Chooses Rare Strategy for IPO Apr 09, 2019

Today is Tuesday, April 9, and we’re looking at Slack vs. Microsoft.

Square Lets Baseball Fans Order Snacks from Their Seats Apr 08, 2019

Today is Monday, April 8, and we’re looking at Square vs. Apple Pay.

OK Cupid Uses Game of Thrones to Match Love Interests Apr 05, 2019

Today is Friday, April 5, and we’re looking at OK Cupid vs. Bumble

Upstart Game-Based Testing Company Tries to Unseat SAT Apr 04, 2019

Today is Thursday, April 4, and we’re looking at Imbellus vs. the SAT and ACT.

WeWork Loses $2 Billion Apr 03, 2019

Today is Wednesday, April 3, and we’re looking at WeWork vs. CBRE.

Big Mac Meets Big Data: McDonald’s Buys AI Company Apr 02, 2019

Today is Tuesday, April 2, and we’re looking at McDonald’s vs. Burger King.

Corngate Update: MillerCoors Sues Anheuser-Busch Over ‘Lies’ Mar 29, 2019

Today is Friday, March 29, and we’re looking at MillerCoors vs. Anheuser-Busch.

BodyArmor’s March Madness Campaign Taunts ‘Outdated’ Gatorade Mar 28, 2019

Today is Thursday, March 28, and we’re looking at BodyArmor vs. Gatorade.

A New Green Deal: CVS To Sell CBD Mar 27, 2019

Today is Wednesday, March 27, and we’re looking at CVS vs. Walgreens

Music Publishers Sue Peloton for $150 Million Mar 26, 2019

Today is Tuesday, March 26, and we’re looking at Peloton vs. SoulCycle.

Instagram Rolls Out In-App Purchases Mar 25, 2019

Today is Monday, March 25, and we’re looking at Instagram vs. Amazon.

It’s Showtime: Apple Finally Debuts Netflix Competitor Mar 22, 2019

Today is Friday, March 22, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Netflix.

Chipotle Fans Win $750,000—In Tiny Venmo Deposits Mar 21, 2019

Today is Thursday, March 21, and we’re looking at Chipotle vs. Qdoba.

Blockchain Traces Tuna to its Source Mar 20, 2019

Today is Wednesday, March 20, and we’re looking at Bumble Bee vs. Chicken of the Sea.

Hanes Marks March Madness with MJ Merch Mar 19, 2019

Today is Tuesday, March 19, and we’re looking at Hanes vs. Tommy John.

Google to Unveil its ‘Future of Gaming’ Tomorrow Mar 18, 2019

Today is Monday, March 18, and we’re looking at Google vs. Sony.

Wellness Beers: Gatorade Substitute? Mar 15, 2019

Today is Friday, March 15, and we’re looking at Sufferfest Beer vs. Gatorade.

Longtime Siblings Gap and Old Navy Split Mar 14, 2019

Today is Thursday, March 14, and we’re looking at Gap vs. H&M.

Steven Spielberg: No More Oscars for Netflix Mar 13, 2019

Today is Wednesday, March 13, and we’re looking at Steven Spielberg vs. Netflix.

Tesla Cuts Prices—And Showrooms Mar 12, 2019

Today is Tuesday, March 12, and we’re looking at Tesla vs. Mercedes.

Under Pressure, Eli Lilly Announces a Cheaper Insulin Mar 11, 2019

Today is Monday, March 11, and we’re looking at Eli Lilly vs. Novo Nordisk.

W-W Who? Weight Watchers’ Branding Blues Mar 08, 2019

Today is Friday, March 8, and we’re looking at Weight Watchers vs. Noom.

Costco Bests Amazon in Customer Service Mar 07, 2019

Today is Thursday, March 7, and we’re looking at Costco vs. Amazon.

Audi’s New Tech Helps You Catch the Green Lights Mar 06, 2019

Today is Wednesday, March 6, and we’re looking at Audi vs. BMW.

Walmart Says Goodbye to Greeters Mar 05, 2019

Today is Tuesday, March 5, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. Amazon.

Nike’s Shares Fall After Sneaker Explosion Mar 04, 2019

Today is Monday, March 4, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Adidas.

A Bra for “Every Body”: ThirdLove Expands to 78 Sizes Mar 01, 2019

Today is Friday, March 1, and we’re looking at ThirdLove vs. Lively.

Patients Owe Lives to Smartwatches, They Say Feb 28, 2019

Today is Thursday, February 28, and we’re looking at Apple Watch vs. Fitbit.

Clinique Pops Up Experiential Stores Feb 27, 2019

Today is Wednesday, February 27, and we’re looking at Clinique vs. no-name brands.

Hyperloop Travel Tested in Nevada Desert Feb 26, 2019

Today is Tuesday, February 26, and we’re looking at Virgin Hyperloop One vs. Transpod.

How Much Does it Cost to Win an Oscar? Feb 25, 2019

Today is Monday, February 25, and we’re looking at Netflix vs. Warner Bros.

Payless Could Head to Bankruptcy Court—Again Feb 22, 2019

Today is Friday, February 22, and we’re looking at Payless vs. Walmart.

Mattel, on Rebound, to Debut Barbies with Disabilities Feb 21, 2019

Today is Thursday, February 21, and we’re looking at Mattel vs. Hasbro.

Popsockets Wants to Go Public Feb 20, 2019

Today is Wednesday, February 20, and we’re looking at PopSockets vs. Counterfeiters.

Fighting Climate Change—and Uber—Lyft Adds Electric Cars Feb 19, 2019

Today is Tuesday, February 19, and we’re looking at Lyft vs. Uber.

Apple Stumbles Over Eavesdropping Bug Feb 18, 2019

Today is Monday, February 18, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Samsung.

Airlines Improve In-Flight Entertainment Feb 15, 2019

Today is Friday, February 15, and we’re looking at American Airlines vs. United Airlines.

Häagen-Dazs to Deliver Ice Cream in Refillable Containers Feb 14, 2019

Today is Thursday, February 14, and we’re looking at Haagen-Dazs vs. Ben & Jerry’s.

Casper’s Sleep Lab Caters to Nation of Insomniacs Feb 13, 2019

Today is Wednesday, February 13, and we’re looking at Casper vs. Saatva.

McDonald’s Lost Its EU trademark and BK is “Lovin’ It” Feb 12, 2019

Today is Tuesday, February 12, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. McDonald’s.

Gannett Rejects Hedge Fund’s Hostile Takeover Bid Feb 11, 2019

Today is Monday, February 11, and we’re looking at Gannett vs. Digital First Media.

Another Airline Limits Flights for Fido Feb 08, 2019

Today is Friday, February 8, and we’re looking at Delta vs. United.

Bossypants: American Eagle Puts Teens in Charge of New Jeans Campaign Feb 07, 2019

Today is Thursday, February 7, and we’re looking at American Eagle vs. Levis.

USPS Posts Highest Price Hike in History Feb 06, 2019

Today is Wednesday, February 6, and we’re looking at the U.S. Postal Service vs. UPS.

Ebay Parts with PayPal: The End of an Era Feb 05, 2019

Today is Tuesday, February 5, and we’re looking at PayPal vs. Adyen.

Kraft Heinz Runs Food Porn Ad — on Real Porn Site Feb 04, 2019

Today is Monday, February 4, and we’re looking at Kraft Heinz vs. ConAgra.

For Bud Light, A War Between Taste and Calories Feb 01, 2019

Today is Friday, February 1, and we’re looking at Anheuser-Busch vs. Bell Brewery.

With Smart Security Systems, Amazon, UPS Send Porch Pirates Packing Jan 31, 2019

Today is Thursday, January 31, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. UPS.

TikTok: The $75 Billion Video App Taking Teens By Storm Jan 30, 2019

Today is Wednesday, January 30, and we’re looking at TikTok vs. Facebook.

Hydrox Accuses Oreo of Supermarket Sabotage Jan 29, 2019

Today is Tuesday, January 29, and we’re looking at Hydrox vs. Oreo.

Aeromexico Offers DNA-Based Discounts on Flights Jan 28, 2019

Today is Monday, January 28, and we’re looking at Areomexico.

Skittles Foregoes SuperBowl, Stages Broadway Musical Instead Jan 25, 2019

Today is Friday, January 25, and we’re looking at Skittles vs. M&M’s.

“i-Buyers” Speed Home Sales — at a Price Jan 24, 2019

Today is Thursday, January 24, and we’re looking at Opendoor vs. Knock.

Siri, Tie My Nikes Jan 23, 2019

Today is Wednesday, January 23, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Adidas.

Hedge Fund Makes Hostile Bid for USA Today Jan 22, 2019

Today is Tuesday, January 22, and we’re looking at Digital First Media vs. Gannett.

Gillette Tackles Toxic Masculinity with Edgy Ad Jan 21, 2019

Today is Monday, January 21, and we’re looking at Gillette vs. Harry’s.

Forget the Country Club: TopGolf Swings at the Digital Generation Jan 18, 2019

Today is Friday, January 18, and we’re looking at TopGolf vs. the golfing industry.

Competing for Biz Travelers, United Deploys Dreamliner Jan 17, 2019

Today is Thursday, January 17, and we’re looking at United Airlines vs. Delta.

Digital Assistants Everywhere: Mirrors, Toilets, Lawnmowers Jan 16, 2019

Today is Wednesday, January 16, and we’re looking at Amazon vs. Google.

Harley’s New E-Hog Sports a $30K Price Tag Jan 15, 2019

Today is Tuesday, January 15, and we’re looking at Harley Davidson vs. Indian Motorcycles.

For Phone Makers, the Future Comes with a Hinge Jan 14, 2019

Today is Monday, January 14, and we’re looking at Samsung vs. Royole.

Serena Williams Sports Gatorade Dehydration Patch Jan 11, 2019

Today is Friday, January 11, and we’re looking at Gatorade vs. Powerade.

Dairy Industry Loses Another Nutty Fight Jan 10, 2019

Today is Thursday, January 10, and we’re looking at the dairy industry vs. Blue Diamond Growers.

Big Landlords Scrap With WeWork for Coworking Clients Jan 09, 2019

Today is Wednesday, January 9, and we’re looking at WeWork vs. Hana.

Regulators Question Trendy App’s High-Rate Accounts Jan 08, 2019

Today is Tuesday, January 8, and we’re looking at Robinhood Financial vs. the big banks.

Whole Foods’ Huge Expansion: Going Rural and Suburban Jan 07, 2019

Today is Monday, January 7, and we’re looking at Whole Foods vs. Walmart.

The Spin Workout War Tilts toward Peloton Dec 21, 2018

Today is Friday, December 21, and we’re looking at SoulCycle vs. Peloton.

Rx Race: Prescriptions Delivered to Your Door, Overnight Dec 20, 2018

Today is Thursday, December 20, and we’re looking at Walgreens vs. CVS.

Moving to an Electric Future, GM Zaps the Chevy Volt Dec 19, 2018

Today is Wednesday, December 19, and we’re looking at General Motors vs. Toyota.

With Geoconquesting, Burger King Trolls McDonald’s Dec 18, 2018

Today is Tuesday, December 18, and we’re looking at Burger King vs. McDonald’s.

Uber, Lyft Play Chicken Over IPO Dec 17, 2018

Today is Monday, December 17, and we’re looking at Uber vs. Lyft.

Away, Tumi Send Luggage Competitors Packing Dec 14, 2018

Today is Friday, December 14, and we’re looking at Samsonite vs. Away.

How Payless Tricked Influencers into Paying More Dec 13, 2018

Today is Thursday, December 13, and we’re looking at Payless ShoeSource vs….Jimmy Choo?

‘Rethinking the Home,’ Airbnb Becomes a Builder Dec 12, 2018

Today is Wednesday, December 12, and we’re looking at Airbnb vs. housing developers.

Patagonia Gives $10m Tax Windfall to Eco Groups Dec 11, 2018

Today is Tuesday, December 11, and we’re looking at Patagonia vs. The North Face.

AT&T Shakes Up Streaming Video Biz Dec 10, 2018

Today is Monday, December 10, and we’re looking at AT&T vs. Netflix.

Google Takes a Bite out of Apple with iPhone-Friendly Cell Service Dec 07, 2018

Today is Friday, December 7, and we’re looking at Google Fi vs. Verizon & AT&T.

A Toy Story: FAO Schwarz Returns Dec 06, 2018

Today is Thursday, December 6, and we’re looking at FAO Schwarz vs. Geoffrey’s Toybox.

Targeting Lululemon, Outdoor Voices Aims to Kick Asana Dec 05, 2018

Today is Wednesday, December 5, and we’re looking at Lululemon vs. Outdoor Voices.

Don’t Buy That Plane Ticket Now Dec 04, 2018

Today is Tuesday, December 4, and we’re looking at Hopper vs. Expedia.

YouTube Opts Out of the Streaming Wars Dec 03, 2018

Today is Monday, November December 3, and we’re looking at YouTube vs. Amazon Prime.

Pizza’s Newest Ingredient: A Robot Nov 30, 2018

Today is Friday, November 30, and we’re looking at Pizza Hut vs. Zume Pizza

Seeking Growth, Lowe’s Cuts Deeper Nov 29, 2018

Today is Thursday, November 29, and we’re looking at Lowe’s vs. Home Depot

Levi’s Makes Old New, and Lucrative, Again Nov 28, 2018

Today is Wednesday, November 28, and we’re looking at Levi’s vs. Lee & Wrangler

Victoria’s Secret Losing Consumer Affections to ThirdLove Nov 27, 2018

Today is Tuesday, November 27, and we’re looking at Victoria’s Secret vs. ThirdLove

Once Impossible, Engineered Burgers Catch On Nov 26, 2018

Today is Monday, November 26, and we’re looking at Impossible Foods vs. Beyond Meat.

There’s a Giraffe in Aisle 8: Toys Come to Supermarkets Nov 23, 2018

Today is Friday, November 23, and we’re looking at Kroger vs. Walmart and Amazon.

The Latest Thanksgiving Tradition is Tiny Turkeys Nov 22, 2018

Today is Thursday, November 22, and we’re looking at Butterball vs. Bell & Evans.

The Feuding Family Behind Your Green Bean Casserole Nov 21, 2018

Today is Wednesday, November 21, and we’re looking at Campbell’s vs. itself

With Limited-Edition Chips, Pringles Slays Lays Nov 20, 2018

Today is Tuesday, November 20, and we’re looking at Pringles vs. Lays.

Stan Lee’s Brilliance: Making Heroes Human Nov 19, 2018

Today is Monday, November 19, and we’re looking at Marvel vs. DC.

I’ll Drink to That: The New $25,000 Scotch Nov 16, 2018

Today is Friday, November 16, and we’re looking at Johnnie Walker vs. Macallan

Forget Millennials. Applebee’s Wants Stress Eaters Nov 15, 2018

Today is Thursday, November 15, and we’re looking at Applebee's vs. Olive Garden

To Save the Planet, Drive a Tiny Car Nov 14, 2018

Today is Wednesday, November 14, and we’re looking at Elio Motors vs. Arcimoto

No One Knows If Video Doorbells Actually Make You Safer Nov 13, 2018

Today is Tuesday, November 13, and we’re looking at Ring vs. Nest

McDonald’s Asks: Want Career Counseling with That? Nov 12, 2018

Today is Monday, November 12, and we’re looking at McDonald’s vs. the world

Pork Rind Powerhouses Battle for Pigskin Domination Nov 09, 2018

Today is Friday, November 9, and we’re looking at Utz vs. Frito-Lay

Uber Eats’ Empire of Shadow Restaurants Nov 08, 2018

Today is Thursday, November 8, and we’re looking at Uber Eats vs. GrubHub

The Boom of the Baby Trackers Nov 07, 2018

Today is Wednesday, November 7, and we’re looking at Ava vs. Flo

Welcome to Sam’s Club, Where the Future Is Now Nov 06, 2018

Today is Tuesday, November 6, and we’re looking at Sam’s Club Now vs. Amazon Go

Lime Scooters Are Hot. Flaming Hot Nov 05, 2018

Today is Monday, November 5, and we’re looking at Lime vs. Bird

Eating Away at OpenTable’s Monopoly Nov 02, 2018

Today is Friday, November 2, and we’re looking at Open Table vs. Resy and Reserve

Home Repair Gets a Renovation Nov 01, 2018

Today is Thursday, November 1, and we’re looking at Home Advisor vs. Thumbtack

Feds to Starkist: “Sorry, Charlie” Oct 31, 2018

Today is Wednesday, October 31, and we’re looking at Starkist, BumbleBee and Chicken of the Sea against the consumer

To Grow Sales, Clorox Takes Our Temps Oct 30, 2018

Today is Tuesday, October 30, and we’re looking at Clorox vs. Lysol

Apple to Give Away TV, Free Oct 29, 2018

Today is Monday, October 29, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Netflix & Amazon

Booting Out Bad Dates Oct 26, 2018

Today is Friday, October 26, and we’re looking at Hinge vs. Bumble

Tiny Bites, Big Business Oct 25, 2018

Today is Thursday, October 25, and we’re looking at Gerber vs. Once Upon an Orchard

Grape Juice, the New Drink for the Manly Man Oct 24, 2018

Today is Wednesday, October 24, and we’re looking at Welch’s vs. MinuteMaid

Wheels Up! Uber, Lyft Race to Go Public Oct 23, 2018

Today is Tuesday, October 23, and we’re looking at Uber vs. Lyft

An Icon Falls, Finally Oct 22, 2018

An Icon Falls

Sam’s Club Can’t Beat Costco’s Famous Hot Dog Oct 19, 2018

Today is Friday, October 19, and we’re looking at Costco vs. Sam’s Club

How to Save Yourself from a Terrible Roommate Oct 18, 2018

Today is Thursday, October 18, and we’re looking at Roomi vs. Roommates.com

Express Latest to Jump on Fashion Rental Bandwagon Oct 17, 2018

Today is Wednesday, October 17, and we’re looking at Rent the Runway vs. Express

As Tastes Change, American Cheese is Dying Oct 16, 2018

Today is Tuesday, October 16, and we’re looking at Kraft Heinz vs. Sargento and local cheesemakers

Richard Branson, Jeff Bezos Race to Space Oct 15, 2018

Today is Monday, October 15, and we’re looking at Virgin Galactic vs. Blue Origin

Wayfair Latest Online Store to ‘Get Real’ Oct 12, 2018

Today is Friday, October 12, and we’re looking at Wayfair vs. Amazon.

Going After the Glamour Oct 11, 2018

Today is Thursday, October 11, and we’re looking at Michael Kors vs. Coach.

Weight Watchers Dropping its ‘Diet’ Baggage Oct 10, 2018

Today is Wednesday, October 10, and we’re looking at Weight Watchers vs. Jenny Craig.

Square Becoming More Like a Bank Oct 09, 2018

Today is Tuesday, October 9, and we’re looking at Square vs. RobinHood Financial.

Verizon Says Buh-Bye to 44,000 Employees Oct 08, 2018

Today is Monday, October 8, and we’re looking at Verizon vs. AT&T.

One UpmanShip Oct 05, 2018

Today is Friday, October 5, and we’re looking at Royal Caribbean vs. Norwegian Cruise Lines

Tiffany’s Reinvention: New Rings, $1000 Tin Cans Oct 04, 2018

Today is Thursday, October 4, and we’re looking at Tiffany vs. Bulgari.

SiriusXM Adds Pandora to Its Playlist Oct 03, 2018

Today is Wednesday, October 3, and we’re looking at SiriusXM vs Spotify.

Drone Wars Oct 02, 2018

Today is Tuesday, October 2, and we’re looking at Impossible Aerospace vs. DJI.

Dunkin’ Loses Its Donuts; Fans Lose Their Cool Oct 01, 2018

Today is Monday, October 1, and we’re looking at Dunkin’ Donuts vs. Starbucks.

Jet Lag Science: Light Therapy, Celery, and Meditation Sep 28, 2018

Today is Friday, September 28, and we’re looking at Qantas vs. United Airlines

Pharmacy Mergers Could Be a Bitter Pill for Consumers Sep 27, 2018

Today is Thursday, September 27, and we’re looking at CVS vs. Cigna

Nintendo Hunting for Gold from Online Gamers Sep 26, 2018

Today is Wednesday, September 26, and we’re looking at Nintendo vs. Sony

It’s Bottoms Up with Victory Beer, Browns Fans! Sep 25, 2018

Today is Tuesday, September 25, and we’re looking at Budweiser vs. Coors

The Sad, Booming Business of Hurricanes Sep 24, 2018

Today is Monday, September 24, and we’re looking at Home Depot vs. Lowe’s

The Classroom Gets Glamorous Sep 21, 2018

Today is Friday, September 21, and we’re looking at MasterClass vs. Coursera.

This Brick and Mortar Retailer is Booming Sep 20, 2018

Today is Thursday, September 20, and we’re looking at T.J.Maxx vs. the department stores.

America’s Love Affair with Stuff Sep 19, 2018

Today is Wednesday, September 19, and we’re looking at Public Storage vs Extra Space Storage.

On Cheeseburger Day, Iconic Rivalry Still Sizzles Sep 18, 2018

Today is Tuesday, September 18, and we’re looking at McDonald’s vs. Burger King.

A Watch that Keeps an Eye on Your Ticker Sep 17, 2018

Today is Monday, September 17, and we’re looking at Apple vs. Fitbit.

Your Local Domino’s is Hiring...a Road Crew? Sep 14, 2018

Today is Friday, September 14, and we’re looking at Domino’s vs. Pizza Hut.

Brick by Brick, Lego Cleans Up Its Act Sep 13, 2018

Today is Thursday, September 13, and we’re looking at Lego vs. Mattel.

Fluffy Wedding Gowns Out, Cash Registries In Sep 12, 2018

Today is Wednesday, September 12, and we’re looking at Blueprint vs. Zola.

Mercedes Sparks a Tesla Challenge Sep 11, 2018

Mercedes Sparks a Tesla Challenge

Nike’s Gamble: Marketing Fumble or Touchdown? Sep 10, 2018

Today is Monday, September 10, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Adidas.

Breathe In. Breathe Out. Breathe Business. Sep 07, 2018

Today is Friday, September 7, and we’re looking at Calm vs. Headspace.

CVS Tries to Glam Up Sep 06, 2018

CVS Tries to Glam Up

James Bond’s Favorite Car May Go Public Sep 05, 2018

Today is Wednesday, September 5, and we’re looking at Aston Martin vs. Ferrari.

Walmart May Find Upscale Outdoor Wear a Tough Climb Sep 04, 2018

Today is Tuesday, September 4, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. REI.

Booking.com, Airbnb Want You Under Their Roofs Sep 03, 2018

Today is Monday, September 3, and we’re looking at Airbnb vs. Booking.com.

Hotel Points Programs Encourage Sleeping Around Aug 31, 2018

Today is Friday, August 31, and we’re looking at Marriott vs. Wyndham vs. Hyatt.

SodaStream to Sweeten Pepsi’s Healthy Lineup Aug 30, 2018

Today is Thursday, August 30, and we’re looking at PepsiCo vs. SodaStream.

Serta Wants to Cause Casper Sleepless Nights Aug 29, 2018

Today is Wednesday, August 29, and we’re looking at Serta vs. Casper.

JP Morgan Outfoxes RobinHood with Free Trades Aug 28, 2018

Today is Tuesday, August 28, and we’re looking at JP Morgan vs. RobinHood Financial.

Federer Picks Team Uniqlo Over Nike Aug 27, 2018

Today is Monday, August 27, and we’re looking at Nike vs. Uniqlo.

Readers Checking Out of Barnes & Noble Aug 24, 2018

Today is Friday, August 24, and we’re looking at Barnes & Noble vs. independent bookstores.

Can Coworking Save Office Supply Stores? Aug 23, 2018

Today is Thursday, August 23, and we’re looking at Office Depot vs. Staples.

Is the MoviePass House of Cards Folding? Aug 22, 2018

Today is Wednesday, August 22, and we’re looking at MoviePass vs. AMC.

Hey, Cowboy...VF Spins Off Wrangler Aug 21, 2018

Today is Tuesday, August 21, and we’re looking at Wrangler and Lee vs. Levis.

Best Buy Wants to Save Your Life Aug 20, 2018

Today is Monday, August 20, and we’re looking at Best Buy vs. Amazon.

When Strong Meets Sexy Aug 17, 2018

Today is Friday, August 17, and we’re looking at Aerie vs. Victoria’s Secret.

Shrinking Sodas, Growing War Aug 16, 2018

Today is Thursday, August 16, and we’re looking at Pepsi vs. Coca-Cola.

Snapchat's Disappearing Users Aug 15, 2018

Today is Wednesday, August 15, and we’re looking at Snapchat vs. Instagram.

When You Wish Upon a...Stream? Aug 14, 2018

Today is Tuesday, August 14, and we’re looking at Disney vs. Netflix.

NYC Taking Hard Line Against Rideshares Aug 13, 2018

Today is Monday, August 13, and we’re looking at Uber vs. New York City.

As Sales Mellow, Beermakers Look to Pot Aug 10, 2018

Today is Friday, August 10, and we’re looking at Molson Coors vs. Anheuser Busch.

Walmart Stumbles on the Last Mile Aug 09, 2018

Today is Thursday, August 9, and we’re looking at Walmart vs. Amazon.

Doubling Down on Dunkin’ Aug 08, 2018

Today is Wednesday, August 8, and we’re looking at Dunkin’ Donuts vs. Starbucks.

Do Millennials Dream of Electric Hogs? Aug 07, 2018

Today is Tuesday, August 7, and we’re looking at Harley Davidson vs. Honda.

Guerrilla Guac Aug 06, 2018

Today is Monday, August 6, and we’re looking at Chipotle vs. Qdoba.

Eating In Is Big Business Aug 03, 2018

Today is Friday, August 3, and we’re looking at Postmates vs. DoorDash.

Driving into the Future Aug 02, 2018

Today is Thursday, August 2, and we’re looking at GM vs. Ford.

Aww, Peanuts! Southwest Ditches Iconic Snack Aug 01, 2018

Today is Wednesday, August 1, and we’re looking at Southwest Airlines vs. American Airlines.

Battle of the Toymakers Jul 31, 2018

Today is Tuesday, July 31, and we’re looking at Mattel vs. Hasbro.

Nike Workers Score Higher Wages Jul 30, 2018

Today is Monday, July 30, and we’re looking at Nike vs. its employees.

Movie Nights Too Good To Be True? Jul 27, 2018

Today is Friday, July 27, and we’re looking at AMC vs. MoviePass.

Can the Meal Kit Make It? Jul 26, 2018

Today is Thursday, July 26, and we’re looking at Chef’d vs. the meal kit industry.

New Lowes CEO Begins a Demolition Project Jul 25, 2018

Today is Wednesday, July 25, and we’re looking at Lowes vs. Home Depot.

Cash Takes Another Hit Jul 24, 2018

Today is Tuesday, July 24, and we’re looking at Venmo vs. Apple Pay.

Batwoman for a New Generation Jul 23, 2018

Today is Monday, July 23, and we’re looking at DC vs. Marvel.

Heading to the Red Planet Jul 20, 2018

Today is Friday, July 20, and we’re looking at SpaceX vs. Boeing.

A Smartphone App for Fido Jul 19, 2018

Today is Thursday, July 19, and we’re looking at Wag vs. Rover.

It’s a Hot Dog Eat Dog World Jul 18, 2018

Today is Wednesday, July 18, and we’re looking at Tyson Foods vs. Kraft Heinz.

Battling for the Two-Wheeled Rider Jul 17, 2018

Today is Tuesday, July 17, and we’re looking at Uber vs Lyft.

Dethroning HBO Jul 16, 2018

Today is Monday, July 16, and we’re looking at HBO vs. Netflix.

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